Liverpool confident about tying down Real Madrid target to a new contract

Real Madrid’s aspirations of signing a marquee player for the right-back position in the next two years have been well-documented by now.

With Dani Carvajal, aged 32, in the twilight of his career, and Lucas Vazquez not getting any younger, Los Blancos are keeping tabs on high-profile right-backs in the market.

Reece James and Achraf Hakimi are admired within the club’s circles and recently the possibility of signing Trent Alexander-Arnold also arose, given his contract expires in 2025.

Reports came out to claim that the Englishman is contemplating his future at Liverpool and is very eager to reunite with national teammate Jude Bellingham, whom he shares a strong bond with.

Dreams dashed

Now, according to talkSPORT, despite Real Madrid’s interest in Alexander-Arnold and Bellingham eager to reunite with his England teammate, Liverpool are confident that the full-back will sign a new contract.

Alexander-Arnold’s future at Liverpool has been a hot topic this summer, as his current contract expires next year, potentially allowing him to leave for free in under 12 months.

But in light of recent news, Los Blancos will be compelled to look elsewhere to oversee Carvajal’s succession plan.

As Alexander-Arnold appears poised to commit his future to Liverpool, he will continue with the club where he has spent his entire career.

However, any interventions by Real Madrid cannot be ruled out. Reports previously mentioned that Los Blancos asked the Liverpool ace to not renew his contract and leave as a free agent in 2025.

Time will tell what course Trent Alexander-Arnold takes but for now, he seems set to continue his journey in Merseyside.