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Liverpool fans show Trent Alexander-Arnold what they really think of him during trophy ceremony

One of the biggest cheers of Liverpool's Premier League trophy ceremony was reserved for Trent Alexander-Arnold as he went up to collect his winner's medal on the pitch at Anfield.

Just a fortnight ago, Alexander-Arnold faced jeers when he came off the bench against Arsenal after confirming he would be leaving the club at the end of the season.

However, there was to be no repeat of that vitriol on the day of Liverpool's coronation, as Alexander-Arnold was cheered while he warmed up during the first half and at half-time, before he was introduced for the second half, putting in a stellar performance.

And after the game, as Liverpool's players were being individually called up to the podium to collect their winner's medals, Alexander-Arnold received the loudest cheer of anybody.

That was before the names of Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk were read out, and they both received a similar reception to Alexander-Arnold.

Alexander-Arnold was emotional as the squad faced the Kop shortly after the trophy lift, with players and staff stood facing the fans as they sang You'll Never Walk Alone.

The right-back was teary-eyed and, after the singing stopped, he sat down on the pitch to take in the occasion on his own, before returning to his feet and getting his hands back on the trophy.

Ahead of the game, Arne Slot had directly addressed Liverpool's supporters in response to the boos Alexander-Arnold was on the end of against Arsenal.

In his program notes, Slot said: "The hard work and effort, the commitment and the devotion that has been put in not just this season but also in the years before is why we are in the position to make today every bit as special as we all could wish for.

Alexander-Arnold came on at half-time

Alexander-Arnold came on at half-time

"This means it is a day for unity and celebration. Nothing can be allowed to get in the way. Whatever might divide us can wait for another day. Whatever could distract us can be put to one side.

"This is one of the biggest days in the modern history of Liverpool Football Club, so it makes sense that we all contribute to making it as positive as it can be and enjoy it as much as possible. Again, nothing else matters.

"The reason I am saying this is I am as aware as anyone of the situation around Trent [Alexander-Arnold] and I know because these feelings have been made clear that there are some of you who would prefer for him not to be involved today.

"The first thing I have to make clear is that whatever your view, we all want what is best for this club and it is always so, so important that we all remember this."

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