Liverpool are reportedly on their way to renew contract with defender Trent Alexander-Arnold despite having ‘interest’ from Barcelona and Real Madrid.
The Reds have been one of the smartest clubs in the world throughout the years while dealing with players and retaining them.
One of the star players for the past few years for the Anfield side has been LFC academy graduate Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Even though his defensive abilities have been criticized in recent years, there is no doubt he is one of the best right-backs in the world.
However, as per a new report via 90min, two Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid have an ‘active interest’ in the Englishman.
Liverpool to renew contract with Trent Alexander-Arnold
But the Merseysiders are ahead of any speculation and are looking to finalize terms with Alexander-Arnold over a new long-term contract.
While reporting about the situation, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano told Caught Offside,
“Some reports claim that Liverpool and Trent Alexander-Arnold are set for new contract talks.
I am still working on that one, but for sure the feeling remains always the same: Trent loves Liverpool, Liverpool want Trent to stay.
The feeling is mutual. I think they will continue together for the future.”
The full-back signed a contract extension till June 2025 in July 2021 but amid the growing interest, another contract renewal is much needed.
Earlier this summer, former English striker Gary Lineker had suggested that Trent changed his position. He said,
“From right-back he’s limited with his incredible passing range because you can only pass to the left. When you play in the middle you can go both ways and he would be much better.
He grew up as a midfield player and by chance he got an opportunity at right-back and did exceptionally well.
Is he the best defender in football? Absolutely not, but you say they can’t win with him at right-back, they’ve won plenty with him there.
I do feel myself personally that he should be in midfield, in there as a playmaker he could absolutely dominate.”