The English footballer Trent Alexander-Arnold is on the verge of joining Real Madrid, with just over six months left on his Liverpool contract. The Spanish giants are keen to have him for the upcoming Club World Cup, starting June 14 in the United States. However, this means negotiating an early release with Liverpool.
Breaking Down the Deal
Several conditions must be met for the transfer to happen. Alexander-Arnold must formally notify Liverpool of his intention to leave when his contract expires and express his desire to join Real Madrid sooner. He will also have to give up his June salary, around €900,000, to make the process smoother. Real Madrid will need to pay Liverpool a small fee, likely under €1 million, to compensate for the early release.
Liverpool’s Perspective
Liverpool is aware that Alexander-Arnold will leave without generating revenue when his contract ends. The club is open to an early exit if the terms are right, sources cited by AS said. Although the relationship between Alexander-Arnold and Liverpool remains positive, the club is mindful that his departure will result in a financial loss. The conditions, including Alexander-Arnold waiving his June salary and Real Madrid paying a nominal fee, are seen as ways to ease this loss.
Dani Carvajal is currently recovering from an injury, making Alexander-Arnold a valuable addition to Real Madrid’s roster, both for the Club World Cup and the upcoming season. A decision is expected in the coming weeks, potentially marking a new chapter in Alexander-Arnold’s career.