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Max Wilkins

Fri 9 May 2025 15:15, UK

Trent Alexander-Arnold could already be in for a disappointing spell at Real Madrid if he joins from Liverpool.

The England international is set to depart Anfield in the summer after 20 years, when his contract comes to an end.

Although no deal has been confirmed, it is highly likely that the 26-year-old will complete a free transfer once the Premier League season finishes.

As positive as that may be for the right-back, the dream of playing at the Bernabeu may have taken a blow even before a move goes through.

Alexander-Arnold to be down at Real Madrid after Liverpool exit

It is fair to say that a move away for the defender hasn’t gone down well with the red side of Merseyside, with many fans feeling let down by his exit.

With that being said, many supporters understand how much of an opportunity to play for Real Madrid is for players in the peak of their careers.

This is certainly the case for Alexander-Arnold who is coming off the back of his second Premier League title win under Arne Slot.

With that being said, the prospect of winning trophies with Los Blancos is a prospect that would be difficult to turn down, especially with the chance to play under Carlo Ancelotti.

Given that the 65-year-old has won 24 major honours in his career, there aren’t many bosses out there to help a player better their career.

With that being said, the Italian’s exit looks close to completion in the Spanish capital after Xabi Alonso confirmed his exit from Bayer Leverkusen on 9 May.

The former Liverpool man has been strongly linked with the head coach role at Real Madrid and could be set to replace Ancelotti in the coming months.

This could come as a blow for Alexander-Arnold who was likely dreaming of playing under the ex-AC Milan manager once his deal was done at the Bernabeu.

Alexander-Arnold likely to play under Alonso at Real Madrid

As Conor Bradley looks likely to take up the mantle from the Englishman at Anfield, he could be set to replace Dani Carvajal in Madrid.

This could be even more likely under Alonso, who has been famed for his attacking style of play in his time in the Bundesliga.

Jeremie Frimpong has been superb as a flying right-back at Leverkusen, with Alexander-Arnold potentially set to replicate that role.

As positive as that may prove to be for the homegrown Red, missing out on being managed by Ancelotti could prove to be a blow to what he wanted from his move.