Can Trent Alexander-Arnold Return to Liverpool?

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s career could be set for another twist after his first season at Real Madrid failed to live up to expectations. The 27-year-old English defender was unable to fully establish himself in the Spanish capital and has once again become a key topic in the transfer market. According to analyses by Bild and talkSPORT experts, a return to his former club is being discussed. This was reported by Goal.com.

The player had moved to the Bernabéu with high hopes. However, fate had a different script in store for him. During the past season, he started just 14 La Liga matches, providing four assists but failing to score a single goal. As a result, his performances raised questions among both the club’s management and its supporters.

Problems at Real Madrid and the national-team situation

The difficulties in Spain extended beyond his performances on the pitch. At the end of the season, Trent Alexander-Arnold suffered a double setback. England head coach Thomas Tuchel left him out of the squad for the World Cup. In addition, Real Madrid signed Dutch player Denzel Dumfries for his position, making the English defender’s future even more uncertain.

Transfer expert Angelina Kelly analyzed the situation in detail on talkSPORT and according to information from Bild. In her view, the best solution for the player could be a return to his former club, Liverpool. The expert noted that the Merseyside club is facing problems in precisely that position and should seriously consider the situation.

Liverpool and the fans’ reaction

Angelina Kelly believes Liverpool should consider this transfer option because there are still plenty of questions at right-back. In particular, Frimpong failed to perform as brightly as expected last season and is more effective further forward, while Bradley’s injury showed that the team needs a new player. Alexander-Arnold could be the perfect candidate to fill that gap.

However, there is also an emotional side to the matter. Many Liverpool fans have still not forgiven the player for leaving the club. At the time, they greeted their academy graduate with boos at Anfield. The way he left the club where he grew up hurt many supporters.

Nevertheless, the expert suggests looking at the situation from another perspective. According to Kelly, it is understandable that fans find it painful when a player turns his back on the club where he was raised, especially when he is one of Liverpool’s own. However, it should not be forgotten that when an offer comes from a giant such as Real Madrid, turning it down is an extremely difficult decision in the football world.