By Romario Paz
Liverpool, under the management of Arne Slot, faces a crucial moment: the potential loss of one of their biggest stars, Trent Alexander-Arnold, who could leave for free at the end of the season. Faced with this threat, the club has reacted with a "super offer" to retain the right-back, according to The Mirror.
A Millionaire Offer to Secure Their Star:
Liverpool has put on the table a new five-year contract worth £78 million (€93 million) for Alexander-Arnold. This offer seeks to match the conditions that, according to the same source, Real Madrid would have offered the player: a salary of around €360,000 per week. The English club seeks, at all costs, to avoid the departure of this talent formed in their youth academy and who has been in the first team since the 2016-17 season.
The Decision is in Alexander-Arnold's Hands:
With this forceful offer, Liverpool has shifted the pressure to the player. Alexander-Arnold now faces a dilemma: stay at his hometown club, where he could consolidate himself as an absolute idol, or make the leap to Real Madrid and become a "Galactico" alongside figures like Bellingham, Vinicius, or Mbappé. The final decision now rests solely with the 26-year-old player.
Liverpool Trusts Their Academy Graduate:
The Mirror also reveals that Liverpool feels they have done everything possible to convince Alexander-Arnold to stay at Anfield. Although the player has not requested to be captain, the club sees him as the natural successor to Virgil van Dijk when the Dutchman leaves the team.
Real Madrid's Attempt in Winter:
Real Madrid, facing Dani Carvajal's injury and the sole presence of Lucas Vázquez at right-back, would even be considering the possibility of signing Alexander-Arnold in the winter transfer window. There is talk of an offer of around €25 million in January, taking advantage of the fact that the player has little time left on his contract (June 2025) and his current market value, according to Transfermarkt, is €75 million.
Liverpool Refuses to Negotiate:
Liverpool, however, considers Alexander-Arnold's departure as "non-negotiable," especially in a season where they aspire to win the Premier League. The player himself, according to The Mirror, is opposed to a departure in January.
Alexander-Arnold Prefers to Remain Silent:
The player, for his part, has preferred to stay out of the controversy and not talk about his future: "I've signed four or five contract extensions and none of them have been discussed in public, and this one won't be either," he recently stated.
The Gerrard Precedent:
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has recalled a precedent to show that Real Madrid does not always achieve its objectives. He mentioned the case of Steven Gerrard, a Liverpool legend, whom the white club tried to sign unsuccessfully. Slot insists that Alexander-Arnold is "completely focused" on Liverpool and that he sees "no distraction" in the player. The coach concluded that it is normal for players from a club like Liverpool to arouse interest in other teams, but that this should not distract the team.
In summary:
The situation is at a crucial point. The final decision is in Trent Alexander-Arnold's hands, who must weigh the options and decide where he will continue his career.
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