Real Madrid secured Trent Alexander-Arnold’s signing. Spanish reports explain the delay in the official announcement amid rumours linking Madrid with Virgil van Dijk.
Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool at the season’s end. Madrid remains determined to land the right-back. Earlier, Los Blancos offered a £20million bid, but Liverpool stood firm.
The Telegraph’s Mike McGrath broke the story earlier this month. Spanish media confirm that Alexander-Arnold has chosen Madrid for his next challenge. Meanwhile, Liverpool now hunts for a replacement, with Flamengo star Wesley on their radar.
Real Madrid Confidential claims that Madrid has everything tied up for Alexander-Arnold. The club will announce his arrival only after both teams finish their seasons. This move respects Liverpool and avoids potential Champions League clashes.
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Madrid also seeks a favour from Liverpool for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Alexander-Arnold’s contract expires on June 30, and the Spanish giants hope he can join them when their campaign starts on June 18. They believe Liverpool will permit his participation since the Reds will not feature.
Madrid’s transfer hunt does not stop with Alexander-Arnold. The club eyed Virgil van Dijk, who is also out of contract at Liverpool. However, Marca reports that Madrid now has no plans to sign the Dutch defender on a free transfer.
The Spanish giants keep their transfer plans aggressive. They contacted Lamine Yamal’s agent over a potential summer move in 2025. Reports also reveal a strong push for Theo Hernandez from AC Milan. Rumours even suggest that Rodrygo could leave for a top Premier League club, with Arsenal reportedly eyeing an £83million bid.
Madrid continues a trend seen with previous free transfers such as Kylian Mbappe, Antonio Rudiger, and David Alaba. The Santiago Bernabeu now brims with ambition as the new season looms. Fans eagerly ask: How many goals will Mbappe score in his first season with Real Madrid?
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