Real Madrid have abandoned their pursuit of a January deal for Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, delivering a major boost to the Reds as they fight for silverware on multiple fronts.
The England international, who is out of contract at the end of the season, had been on the radar of the Spanish giants as they explored a mid-season swoop. However, with Liverpool unwilling to part ways with their academy graduate at this stage of the campaign, Madrid have been forced to shelve their immediate plans.
Despite speculation surrounding his future, Alexander-Arnold remains a key figure in Liverpool’s push for both domestic and European success. While he was an unused substitute during the Champions League victory over Madrid in November, he has continued to play a vital role in the club’s Premier League title charge. His absence in certain fixtures has not diminished his importance, as he remains a core part of Arne Slot’s tactical setup.
Madrid’s urgency to reinforce their right-back position stemmed from Dani Carvajal’s injury, which left them short of defensive options. However, with no agreement in place, the Spanish club will persist with internal solutions, relying on Lucas Vazquez, Fede Valverde, and Raul Asencio to cover the role for the remainder of the season. While the door for a move in the summer remains open, Madrid will have to wait before making another approach.
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Reports suggest that Madrid have opted against making any additions before the end of the winter transfer window, maintaining their stance from the summer when only Kylian Mbappe and Endrick were added to the squad. The club has also made it clear that no player will leave unless they explicitly request an exit. At this stage, no such request has been made, keeping the squad intact for the second half of the season.
Alexander-Arnold’s performances this season have not gone unnoticed, with Liverpool firmly in control of their Champions League and Premier League campaigns. While there have been occasional setbacks, such as the recent draw with Manchester United, his contributions have been instrumental in the team’s overall success. Slot remains confident in his right-back’s abilities, emphasizing that any struggles have been situational rather than individual shortcomings.
With Liverpool already securing their place in the Champions League knockout stages, Alexander-Arnold is expected to be carefully managed in the coming weeks. As the season progresses, speculation will only intensify over whether Madrid will reignite their interest in the summer. For now, though, Liverpool can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that one of their most influential players will remain at Anfield for the remainder of the campaign.
