Trent Alexander-Arnold Nears Transfer to Real Madrid
Ongoing Negotiations with Liverpool
Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly on the brink of completing a transfer to Real Madrid, with discussions intensifying as the player’s contract with Liverpool nears its expiration in June. As of now, no formal agreement has been signed, but the deal is said to be very close to completion, pending final negotiations.
Despite multiple attempts from Liverpool to renew his contract, Alexander-Arnold has not shown interest in extending his stay at Anfield. Sources indicate that while Liverpool harbors a slim hope of retaining the player, any optimism appears to be more nostalgic than realistic. The focus now shifts to Real Madrid, which is eager to finalize details.
Key Considerations for the Transfer
The primary concerns for Real Madrid revolve around the timing of the transfer and whether they can register Alexander-Arnold before the conclusion of his current contract with Liverpool. This move is particularly pertinent as the Club World Cup is set to commence on June 14, just days before Alexander-Arnold’s contract officially terminates on June 30.
If Liverpool acknowledges the situation as unmanageable, they are expected to facilitate the transfer process without imposing significant obstacles, albeit with specific conditions. start core condition is that Alexander-Arnold must express his desire to leave the club directly.
Financial Terms and Conditions
To facilitate the transfer, Liverpool is likely to require that Alexander-Arnold relinquish his salary for June, estimated to be around €900,000, which is part of his annual compensation of approximately €11 million. Additionally, Real Madrid may be expected to provide a symbolic financial compensation to Liverpool, likely amounting to less than €1 million. This arrangement would serve as a goodwill gesture, softening the blow of losing the player for free.
Overall, the transfer fee is anticipated to range between €1.5 million and €2 million.
Final Steps for Registration
The final step for Real Madrid entails the formal registration of Alexander-Arnold, which must occur within the specific windows authorized by FIFA for the upcoming Club World Cup. FIFA has approved two unique registration periods: the first from June 1 to June 10, and the second from June 27 to July 3. Real Madrid aims to have Alexander-Arnold registered during the initial window to include him in their opening match against Al Hilal on June 18.
As Dani Carvajal’s availability for the first match remains uncertain, the club views Alexander-Arnold as a valuable solution for both the upcoming season and the immediate Club World Cup preparations