Over the past few weeks, Real Madrid interest in Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold has been regularly reported by the Spanish media.
The England international’s deal expires in 2025, and the La Liga side want to sign him for free next summer.
Two days ago, we covered claims from Spain which stated Los Blancos have ‘intensified movements’ to sign the Liverpool player.
Alexander-Arnold is on the front page of today’s edition of Marca as he’s their first-choice target for the right-back position.
Within the report, it’s claimed the 26-year-old has been ‘occupying time and space’ in meetings at Real Madrid for some time. The report adds everyone within the club agrees his signing could be a ‘big coup’ for them.
The Champions League winners are discussing whether to buy him in January or sign him for free next summer. They also need to strengthen the centre-back position.
After the international break, they face Leganes and Liverpool. The performances in these two fixtures will help Real Madrid determine whether to improve their defence in the winter market or wait until the end of this season.
Either way, Carlo Ancelotti’s side don’t want to look desperate in their pursuit of the Reds fullback. This can see Liverpool demand more money in the next window.
In addition to this, the officials of the two clubs have a good relationship. Therefore, Real Madrid are determined to avoid taking a wrong step in this case.
Marca say both Liverpool and Real Madrid officials agree that Alexander-Arnold won’t sign an extension.
The player is said to be firm with his stance and this could ‘undoubtedly lead to a change of strategy’ from Real Madrid to secure his services in January. This would only be possible if they make a decision to invest in the next window.
