The signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold by Real Madrid has become one of the most closely followed operations ahead of the summer 2025 market. Although the Madrid club hasn't made any signings in the winter market, Alexander-Arnold's situation seems to be getting closer to being finalized. However, the player's reply to Real Madrid has raised an alert in Florentino Pérez's offices.
Real Madrid's plan
Real Madrid entered the winter market with the certainty that they wouldn't make any additions to the first team. Carlo Ancelotti, the coach, was informed that he would have to continue with the current squad until the end of the season. Despite possible injuries, no immediate signings were planned, which meant that, if necessary, the club would have to turn to La Fábrica to strengthen its squad.
But, despite the lack of signings in January, Real Madrid had an eye on the future. In the early days of 2025, the Merengue executives began preparing two important moves for the summer, aiming to strengthen the team without having to spend large amounts of money.
The Alphonso Davies saga
One of the targets for the Madridists was Alphonso Davies, left-back for Bayern Munich. After several conversations, it seemed that the player could arrive as a free agent.
However, Davies decided to renew his contract with Bayern thanks to a much more attractive financial offer than the one presented by Real Madrid. This was a great disappointment for the Valdebebas club, which had already been following the player for months.
The Alexander-Arnold target
The next target on Real Madrid's list is Trent Alexander-Arnold, a right-back with enormous potential whose contract with Liverpool ends in mid-2025. His contractually advantageous situation prompted quick approaches from Real Madrid, especially after Dani Carvajal's serious injury. The need to find a replacement for the historic Merengue right-back, who suffered a triple knee rupture, accelerated the negotiations.
According to circulating information, the talks between Alexander-Arnold's representatives and the Madrid leaders are quite advanced. Everything seems to indicate that the operation is practically closed, with the British player willing to join Real Madrid next summer.
Arnold sends a clear message
Trent Alexander-Arnold has made it clear that he has no intention of changing his mind. In his recent statements, the footballer has stated: "I'm not going to back down."
This reply demonstrates his firm commitment to Real Madrid despite not yet having signed the contract proposed by the Merengue leadership. Confidence in Florentino Pérez's circle seems to be increasing, as everything points to the English right-back keeping his word.