Liverpool fan burns Alexander-Arnold shirt as shock news emerges
Liverpool vice-captain Trent Alexander-Arnold is on course to become a free agent this summer as his contract runs out.
Alexander-Arnold has risen through the ranks at Liverpool and established himself as one of the best players in the last few years. The Englishman has publicly stated his love for his boyhood club in the past but there have been indications of him leaving the Reds this summer.
With his deal expiring, he is on course to leave Anfield as Real Madrid are his biggest admirers. The Spanish giants have been in contact with the right-back and have taken a significant step in signing him in the summer.
Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool for free
The 26-year-old has won every trophy during his time at Liverpool and has been a key cog of Jurgen Klopp’s side. Now, the Reds defender is ready to test himself in another league, at another club as he is inching closer to a move to Real Madrid.
Reports emerged that Alexander-Arnold has been sent an official contract proposal by Real Madrid as discussions are underway regarding contract details. There is growing confidence between all concerned parties that an agreement will be reached very soon.
| Club | Matches | Goals | Assists |
| Liverpool | 349 | 22 | 87 |
The news regarding the 26-year-old’s potential exit has not been received well by the staunch Liverpool fans. The right-back is a fan favourite at Anfield and his exit will hurt the most ardent fans.
Reacting to the England international’s transfer update, one fan with username @liverpoollfc27 was seen burning Alexander-Arnold’s shirt on TikTok.
Connor Bradley’s chance to shine
In the event of Alexander-Arnold’s departure, right-back Connor Bradley will have a golden opportunity to convince Arne Slot and the Liverpool hierarchy that he is the right man to replace the 26-year-old in the starting lineup.
Despite being in Alexander-Arnold’s shadow, Bradley has managed to make 50 appearances for the Reds, scoring once and assisting nine goals.
The Merseysiders may bid farewell to Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah and Alexander-Arnold in the summer. They will need to reinforce the squad with a goalscorer who can replace Salah and a sturdy centre-back capable of filling van Dijk’s shoes.
While the replacements of Salah and van Dijk can cost an astronomical amount of money, Bradley is Alexander-Arnold’s readymade replacement already present in the team.
The 21-year-old has ben an understudy to the Real Madrid-bound man and it is now time for him to rise to the occasion and grab the opportunity.