Trent Alexander-Arnold Joins Real Madrid
Trent Alexander-Arnold is officially joining Real Madrid, with a presentation set for Thursday following his six-year contract signing. The Spanish club announced his signing last month after reaching an agreement with Liverpool to terminate the 26-year-old defender’s contract early, allowing him to participate in the upcoming Club World Cup.
Contract Signing Details
On Thursday, Alexander-Arnold will officially sign his contract, which runs until June 30, 2031, at Madrid’s Valdebebas training center. Following the signing, he will be introduced to the media by the club president, Florentino Perez, and will answer questions in a press conference.
His Career and Achievements
After dedicating two decades to Liverpool, where he became one of the most recognized full-backs globally and won nine major trophies, including the Champions League in 2019 and the Premier League titles in 2020 and 2025, Alexander-Arnold is making a significant career move. He has also represented England in three major international tournaments: the 2018 and 2022 World Cups and Euro 2024.
Rumored Interest from Real Madrid
Real Madrid has been interested in acquiring the talented right-back for some time. Their pursuit included an unsuccessful attempt to sign him in January when they sought a replacement for the injured captain, Dani Carvajal. Liverpool rejected that offer, but it became apparent that Alexander-Arnold would not be renewing his contract, stating he was seeking a new challenge.
Subsequently, Madrid and Liverpool negotiated an early contract release to facilitate his participation in the forthcoming Club World Cup. Sources indicated that Madrid agreed to an undisclosed fee around €10 million ($11.5 million) for the transfer. Club insiders expressed that Alexander-Arnold’s involvement in the tournament in the United States would not only help him integrate with the team but also enhance Madrid’s prospects in the championship.
Additional Signings
In addition to Alexander-Arnold, Real Madrid has signed center-back Dean Huijsen as part of new head coach Xabi Alonso’s strategy to strengthen the defense. The club is also exploring potential signings for Benfica’s Álvaro Carreras and River Plate’s Franco Mastantuono, who are currently participating in matches in the United States with their respective teams.
