Trent Alexander-Arnold is officially set to join Real Madrid from Liverpool, and sooner than anticipated, with the Reds poised to pocket a fee this June. The 26-year-old has swiftly switched his allegiance from his childhood club to his new one.
Liverpool was at risk of losing its vice-captain for free when his contract expired on June 30, but with the FIFA Club World Cup happening next month and Real Madrid participating, there was an opportunity to negotiate a fee to speed up the process.
The clubs have now reached such an agreement, effective from Sunday, June 1, allowing the Reds to earn a substantial fee while deducting one month's wages from their bill, totalling $13.5 million (£10 million).
During Sunday's Premier League title celebrations, and the trophy parade the following day, Alexander-Arnold was tearful over his farewell, but he's now focusing on his new challenge.
Just minutes after the deal was made public, the 26-year-old replaced Liverpool's name with Real Madrid's in his Instagram bio.
Real Madrid's interest has been no secret throughout the recent 2024/2025 season, with an attempt made in January to persuade Liverpool into an early sale, which was immediately rejected.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is officially going to be a Real Madrid player
Trent Alexander-Arnold is officially going to be a Real Madrid player (Image: Instagram: @trentarnold66)
In the last six months of his contract with the Reds, the player was free to negotiate with Real Madrid and other clubs. This led to an agreement resulting from such discussions.
His older brother, Tyler, who runs PLG Agency, acted as his agent during these negotiations. He confirmed the agreement by sharing Real Madrid's Instagram post on his own profile.
Alexander-Arnold's other brother, Marcell, also expressed his joy over the transfer. He re-shared the same Real Madrid tweet on his Instagram story, adding three white circle emojis for emphasis.
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A statement from Liverpool read: "Liverpool FC can confirm an offer has been accepted for Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid for his transfer upon the opening of the June transfer window.
"The full-back is now set to join the La Liga club ahead of the expiry of his Reds contract this summer. Liverpool will receive a fee for his services, with the deal to be concluded once the window opens on June 1.
"Alexander-Arnold joined the club’s Academy at the age of six and progressed through the ranks to make his senior competitive debut in October 2016.
"He now departs Anfield after 354 appearances and 23 goals for the club, as well as lifting eight major honours alongside his teammates, which consist of two Premier League titles, the Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, FA Cup and two League Cups.
"Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool FC with the club appreciative and grateful for his contribution to those successes."