Florentino Pérez has started 2025 with a magnificent piece of news: The first transfer for Real Madrid is already settled. After a long time negotiating, Madrid-Barcelona can confirm that Trent Alexander-Arnold will play next season at Santiago Bernabéu. The full-back, who is now free to go wherever he wants, conveyed his "yes, I do" a few days ago. It is expected that the signing of his contract will take place in the coming weeks.
The reality is that Real Madrid's president has left everything closed with Trent Alexander-Arnold. He will soon sign for the next five seasons, pocketing a significant transfer bonus (far from what was agreed with Mbappé). Additionally, his salary will fit into the mid-high range of the wage bill. In this regard, to head to Bernabéu, the Englishman has turned down a much more lucrative contract from his Liverpool.
What Alexander-Arnold was clear about is that there were only two options on his table: go to Real Madrid or renew with Liverpool. He hasn't even considered the rest of the options. The possibility of playing abroad, embarking on a new adventure far from his native England, has played a essential role. Also, his friend Bellingham has been key, who has spoken wonders about the capital of Spain and helped convince him.
Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid: Florentino Already Has the "yes, I Do"
Trent Alexander-Arnold's commitment to Real Madrid is total. Liverpool has tried repeatedly and unsuccessfully to renew his contract in recent months. Ancelotti likes the Englishman because he closely resembles his ideal full-back, none other than Dani Carvajal. Strong at the back, fast, and capable of becoming a winger if needed.
Liverpool has scored a high number of goals in recent years thanks to him. Always taking advantage of his runs down the wing, reaching the byline, and serving the ball to the head or foot. Additionally, he has a knack for scoring and takes free kicks with great precision. Ancelotti has no doubts that he will be a essential pillar in Real Madrid's future.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is eager to defend Real Madrid's colors at Bernabéu. It is expected that he will soon sign his contract, with everything agreed with Florentino Pérez. The club considers that they have secured one of the great bargains of the market and couldn't start 2025 with more happiness.
We don't know how Florentino has celebrated the of Trent Alexander-Arnold, but we do know the next target he has for Real Madrid: Alphonso Davies.