The Spanish and European giants learn of the competition they are facing for Alexander-Arnold, with the Liverpool defender now in a dilemma

Arnold's contract saga at Liverpool drags on, Real Madrid may not be the only team vying for his signature. READ MORE:

Gerrard reportedly turned down the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Real Madrid to remain at Anfield and secure his legacy. Alexander-Arnold had a very different role for Liverpool. He was part of Jurgen Klopp’s all-conquering side. He wasn’t just a fortunate bystander though. He played a significant role in the Reds winning everything.

Liverpool have dropped Trent Alexander-Arnold from their Carabao Cup semi-final starting XI while the defender is being heavily linked with a move to Real Madri

The 20-year-old forward Charles Sagoe Jr has returned to Arsenal from a loan spell with League One side Shrewsbury Town, but that is unrelated to the current injury crisis. After Sagoe Jr made just five starts in the first half of the season, Shrewsbury opted to terminate the loan arrangement.

As has already been reported, Real Madrid had an approach for Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold rejected recently.The right-back is set to be out of contract at the end of the season and

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says Trent Alexander-Arnold is fully committed to the club amid interest in the England right back from Real Madrid.

Trent Alexander-Arnold entered the winter transfer market under a cloud of uncertainty. Despite signing off from 2024 with a goal for Liverpool against West Ham, it wasn’t long before Real Madrid were pestering the club about signing him in January.

Liverpool are still waiting for an answer over their contract extension offer to Trent Alexander-Arnold. The England international is now firmly into the final six months of his contract at Anfield alongside Mohamed Salah and club captain Virgil van Dijk.