Real Madrid nears early transfer deal for Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool

Real Madrid is actively negotiating with Liverpool for an early release of Trent Alexander-Arnold ahead of his contract expiration on June 30, aiming to have him available for the Club World Cup starting mid-June. Despite Alexander-Arnold having agreed to join Real Madrid after his contract ends, Liverpool insists on a transfer fee to release him early, with reports suggesting Real might pay up to £10 million to secure his early arrival. The new FIFA transfer window from June 1 to June 10, created specifically for the Club World Cup, enables such an early move, which would allow Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid's squad in time for their first match on June 18 and help new manager Xabi Alonso prepare the team. Liverpool, under no obligation to release him early, initially rejected an approach in January but is now in renewed talks, with optimism that a deal might be reached imminently. Real Madrid values having Alexander-Arnold for the tournament due to both prestige and financial incentives, and the club hopes to finalize the transfer before the defender joins England's national team for upcoming fixtures. The negotiations highlight Real's urgency and willingness to pay a premium to boost their squad ahead of the Club World Cup.