In a major development in the football transfer world, Trent Alexander-Arnold has officially announced his decision to leave Liverpool FC at the end of the 2024-25 season, ending a 20-year-long association with the club. The England right-back is now poised to join La Liga giants Real Madrid, with the deal reported to be in its final stages.

According to renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid have long earmarked Trent as a top priority and are currently preparing all the necessary documentation for the move. The formal contract is expected to be signed soon, making Alexander-Arnold a Real Madrid player by the summer transfer window.

In an emotional video shared on social media, the Liverpool academy graduate said,

“After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season. This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.”

He explained his decision further, adding,

“This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years. But this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.”

The 25-year-old has been an integral part of Liverpool’s modern era, contributing significantly to their domestic and European successes, including the Champions League triumph in 2019 and the long-awaited Premier League title in 2020.

Trent also addressed the delay in announcing his decision, saying his priority was the team and its goal of securing a 20th league title. He concluded with a heartfelt message of gratitude:

“From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my teammates, the staff and our incredible supporters – for the last 20 years. My love for this club will never die.”

 

The move marks a new chapter in his career as he prepares to join a Real Madrid side already brimming with young talent and global ambition.

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