Here we go: Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid transfer confirmed

Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid has already been confirmed by the Spanish giants

Here we go: Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid transfer confirmed

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 11:12 - 05.05.2025

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid as a free agent is confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, with the Liverpool star set to sign a five-year deal after 20 years and eight major trophies with the Reds.

Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to trade Anfield for the Santiago Bernabeu, with transfer guru Fabrizio Romano confirming the Liverpool star’s blockbuster move to Real Madrid as a free agent.

In a swift announcement that has rocked the football world, Romano declared on X: “Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid, here we go!”

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The 26-year-old right-back, whose contract with Liverpool expires on June 30, 2025, has decided to end his 20-year love affair with the Reds after lifting one final Premier League title this season.

According to Romano, a verbal agreement is in place, and documents are being prepared for Alexander-Arnold to sign a five-year contract with the Spanish giants, marking the start of an exhilarating new chapter.

Trent Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid this summer.
Trent Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid this summer.

Alexander-Arnold’s departure from Liverpool closes a legendary chapter. Joining the club’s academy at six years old, he debuted in 2016 and went on to make 352 appearances, scoring 23 goals and revolutionising the right-back role with his world-class playmaking.

His trophy cabinet boasts eight major honors, including the Champions League and two Premier League titles. Yet, after achieving every dream at Anfield, the England international is ready to conquer La Liga.

April 23, 2025, Getafe, Madrid, SPAIN: Arda Guler of Real Madrid celebrates a goal during the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Getafe CF and Real Madrid || Image credit: Imago
Real Madrid || Image credit: Imago April 23, 2025, Getafe, Madrid, SPAIN: Arda Guler of Real Madrid celebrates a goal during the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Getafe CF and Real Madrid || Image credit: Imago

The move to Real Madrid, one of football’s most storied clubs, promises to elevate Alexander-Arnold’s career to new heights.

Fans are already buzzing about how his pinpoint passing and attacking flair will fit into Carlo Ancelotti’s star-studded squad.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold and Arne Slot. Liverpool boss Arne Slot is reported admirer of Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins (Credit: Imago)

For Liverpool, losing their homegrown icon is a gut punch, but the stage is set for Alexander-Arnold to shine on one of the biggest platforms in world football.