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Real Madrid are edging closer to securing one of Europe’s top right-backs, Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold. A potential five-year contract could tie him to the Santiago Bernabeu until 2029. According to CaughtOffside, Los Blancos are set to offer the 25-year-old England international a lucrative deal. It would have a salary ranging between $18 million and $19.5 million per year.
Los Blancos’ offer is reportedly being well-received by the defender, who would become one of the club’s top earners. Although his salary would still fall just below the likes of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius, and Kylian Mbappe. Their potential acquisition of the right-back could fill a crucial gap in their defense. Especially after Dani Carvajal’s recent season-ending injury.
Liverpool, meanwhile, are working to extend Alexander-Arnold’s contract, which is set to expire at the end of the season. Despite their hopes to advance talks during the recent international break, progress has reportedly stalled. Thus, the Reds are now considering alternatives such as Jeremie Frimpong, Michael Kayode, and Vanderson, in case the England star moves to Spain.
Trent could go on January transfer or free move to Real Madrid
As Alexander-Arnold’s contract with Liverpool runs down, Real Madrid may look to finalize a pre-contract agreement in January. It would allow the player to join the Spanish giants next summer as a free agent. Earlier, manager Carlo Ancelotti indicated that the club is not planning any mid-season signings. Thus, they will rely on Lucas Vazquez and Eder Militao to cover the right-back position for now.
Regardless, after Carvajal’s injury, rumors began to circulate that they may try to make a bargain January transfer. Nonetheless, if the La Liga giants wait until the summer, they could secure Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer. This scenario would greatly benefit the Spanish club from a financial standpoint. His ability to contribute both defensively and…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-10-24 18:49:52
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