Alexander-Arnold’s current contract expires this summer, and negotiations to extend his stay at Anfield have faltered. Unlike teammates Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, who have publicly addressed their contract situations, Alexander-Arnold has stayed silent, a move widely perceived as calculated.

Real Madrid was offered the chance to sign Kyle Walker on loan from Manchester City before his move to AC Milan, but the La Liga giants turned it down

Liverpool are aware that some of their top stars could soon be on their way out of Anfield, with Mohamed Salah increasingly linked with a move away - while Real Madrid are interested in Trent Alexande

Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly on the brink of signing a contract agreement. His current deal expires in the summer.