Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid
3 minute readPublished: Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11:00 am
**Real Madrid Snags Trent Alexander-Arnold in Early Deal**
Real Madrid has secured the signing of star right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool, both clubs confirmed on Friday. The deal, reportedly worth $11.3 million, allows Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid before his contract with Liverpool expired on June 30, 2025, and participate in the upcoming Club World Cup.
The transfer is set to be finalized when the summer transfer window opens on Sunday. Alexander-Arnold, 26, has signed a six-year contract with Real Madrid. His debut for the club is expected to be against Al Hilal in Miami, Florida, on June 18, at the Club World Cup.
Alexander-Arnold, a Liverpool academy graduate, won numerous titles with the club, including the 2019 Champions League and two Premier League titles. He expressed a desire for "a new challenge" as the reason for his departure. He will join his England teammate and friend Jude Bellingham at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Real Madrid is rebuilding its defense after a challenging 2024-25 season, despite the arrival of Kylian Mbappé. The club aims to integrate Alexander-Arnold into the team ahead of the 2025-26 season and improve their chances in the Club World Cup. The signing addresses a problem position for Madrid, as club captain Dani Carvajal is sidelined with a knee injury.
BNN's Perspective: This move makes sense for both parties. Real Madrid gets a world-class player to bolster their defense, and Alexander-Arnold gets a fresh start and a new challenge. While Liverpool fans will be disappointed to see him go, the early release allows them to recoup some value. This is a smart piece of business for Real Madrid, and it will be interesting to see how Alexander-Arnold integrates into the team.
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