Real Madrid are closing in on a deal for Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold appears to be edging closer to a move to Real Madrid, with reports suggesting the Liverpool right-back is ignoring contract renewal offers from his current club.

The defender, who has been at Liverpool since 2004 and broke into the first team in 2016, has become a key player for the Reds over the years but looks set for a new challenge.

During his time at Anfield, Alexander-Arnold has won numerous trophies including the Champions League in 2019, the Premier League title in 2020, an FA Cup and two League Cups.

Liverpool have made a strong start to the season under new manager Arne Slot, six points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a game in hand. However, the 26-year-old appears to be leaning towards an exit, with Real Madrid reportedly making progress in their pursuit of the England international.

According to a report from AS in Spain, the transfer is close to completion. The post read: “Alexander-Arnold has one foot at Real Madrid.

“Trent continues to ignore Liverpool’s offers to renew and attend to Madrid’s calls… yes, he wants to go to the Bernabéu. That he has no doubt.”

Trent Alexander-Arnold has agreed to join Real Madrid on a free transfer in the summer, according to multiple reports in Spain 📰 pic.twitter.com/PLZ92dbWRE

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The report also claims that all terms have been agreed, with only the player’s signature pending, which could happen on January 1st.

Real Madrid’s rush to sign Alexander-Arnold is believed to be motivated by concerns over the form and age of Dani Carvajal – he turns 33 next month – and Lucas Vázquez’s inconsistent performances at right-back.

While Tottenham’s Pedro Porro has been identified as a back-up option, Alexander-Arnold remains Real’s main target.

Out of respect for Liverpool, the right-back is willing to delay his move until the summer, a decision the Spanish club are said to understand.

Meanwhile, Marca reported that Alexander-Arnold has informed Liverpool of his desire to leave.

The Reds are reportedly resigned to the possibility of losing their vice-captain on a free transfer at the end of the season, as selling him during the January transfer window is considered highly unlikely.

Sources close to Liverpool maintain that no deal has been finalized and that the player’s only discussions about his future have been with his current club.

However, Real Madrid are confident that the lure of playing under Carlo Ancelotti, alongside close friend and England team-mate Jude Bellingham, could secure Alexander-Arnold’s move.