Trent Alexander-Arnold Leaves Liverpool for Real Madrid on Six-Year Deal

Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to leave Liverpool at the end of his contract on June 30, joining Real Madrid on a six-year deal, with the transfer finalized to allow him to participate in the Club World Cup this summer. The 26-year-old, who has been with Liverpool since age six, made 354 appearances, scored 23 goals, and contributed to winning eight major trophies, including two Premier League titles and the Champions League. His departure has been emotional, with Alexander-Arnold visibly moved during Liverpool's 20th Premier League title celebrations and receiving both support from teammates and mixed reactions from fans, some of whom criticized his exit. Ahead of his departure, Alexander-Arnold expressed gratitude to Liverpool fans on social media, calling it a 'perfect send off' and affirming his love for the city. Liverpool are planning to replace him with Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong, though his signing is pending the activation of a release clause and a medical. Current and former Liverpool players have publicly supported Alexander-Arnold, highlighting the respect he commands within the club despite the contentious nature of his exit.