Trent Alexander-Arnold’s importance for Liverpool is incalculable. He is set to depart the club when his contract runs out on June 30. The 20-year-old born in Manaus has been tipped to join Los Blancos as a free agent next year. That’s why the Spanish giants are so keen on nabbing his services before that tournament. This departure is significant considering Liverpool’s recent roster recalibrations and plans moving forward.
Real Madrid not willing to give up on signing Alexander-Arnold. They are hoping to lock him in for FIFA’s expanded version of their Club World Cup, the one with 32 teams, that starts the first week of June. Madrid knows the urgency and has shown interest but has not sent a concrete proposal for the player. To get this in motion, they started contacting Liverpool as soon as they heard that Alexander-Arnold’s departure was confirmed at 10 a.m. that same day!
Hostile Reception and Future Plans
His announcement of Alexander-Arnold’s departure comes after some fans booed the change during Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against Arsenal last month. When he came into the match as a second-half sub in the eventual 2-2 draw, sections of the Anfield crowd greeted him with venom. This jubilant reaction exposed a deep rift among the supporters’ emotional responses. The Reds would be due compensation if Madrid evoke the £29.5 million (€35 million) release clause in his deal. This load of cash will be a big windfall for the club.
Liverpool can start preparing for life after Alexander-Arnold. It seems they’ve already identified 21-year-old Conor Bradley as their long-term first-choice right-back. The club have been hard at work plotting their plans for a return season. New manager Enzo Maresca will have to shore up their backline if Alexander-Arnold completes his long-rumored relocation.
Potential Replacement in Jeremie Frimpong
In light of these developments, Jeremie Frimpong has been touted as a sensational cut-price alternative to Alexander-Arnold. The 22-year-old right-back expressed his willingness to move to Liverpool if they decide to pursue a new right-back this summer. Frimpong first made waves on the football scene when he completed a £300,000 move from Manchester City’s academy to Celtic in September 2019. By January 2021, he was signed to Bayer Leverkusen for up to £11.5 million.
As it was announced yesterday, Xabi Alonso will depart Bayer Leverkusen at season’s end. Real Madrid are keen to bring him in as their new permanent head coach before their pre-season tour of the United States. This coaching shift may influence Frimpong’s decision-making process regarding a potential transfer to Liverpool, should they pursue him.
Financial Implications of Alexander-Arnold’s Departure
If Real Madrid fulfills the terms of Alexander-Arnold’s release clause, Liverpool stands to gain approximately £5.5 million from their sell-on clause. This financial boost will be crucial as Liverpool navigates its roster changes and seeks to solidify its defensive lineup in preparation for the next season.
Leave a Reply