REVEALED: Alexander-Arnold's reasons for Liverpool exit and honest talk with Arne Slot

Liverpool fullback Trent Alexander- Arnold has often been criticised for his defensive abilities. (Credit: Imago).

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Liverpool fullback Trent Alexander- Arnold is bound for Real Madrid.

REVEALED: Alexander-Arnold's reasons for Liverpool exit and honest talk with Arne Slot

Seye Omidiora 13:29 - 05.05.2025

An in-depth report has divulged the inside story of Trent Alexander-Arnold's decision to leave Liverpool for Real Madrid.

Trent Alexander-Arnold reportedly made his decision to leave Liverpool clear to manager Arne Slot during the March international break.

The right-back, recovering from an ankle injury, informed the Dutch manager of his intention to depart his boyhood club when his contract expires at the end of the season, expressing a need to step outside his comfort zone for a new challenge.

Why Alexander-Arnold is leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid

Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid done!
Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid done!

According to The Athletic’s in-depth piece, Slot conveyed his disappointment but respected the vice-captain’s choice, asking him to finish his Liverpool career strongly. 

Alexander-Arnold assured the manager that his commitment would remain until his final day at the club.

Around the same time, the right-back’s representative formally notified Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes that a new contract would not be signed, following earlier discussions that had effectively ended. 

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As reported by The Athletic, the world-class defender was determined to keep the news private until after the Premier League title had been secured to avoid any distractions for the team.

Following Liverpool’s title-clinching victory, confirmation of his impending exit has emerged. 

While his destination has not been officially confirmed out of respect for Liverpool and the fact that a long-term contract with Real Madrid is yet to be finalised, Alexander-Arnold is widely expected to move to the Bernabeu next season.   

Trent Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid this summer.

The Englishman’s move will end a 20-year association with the Merseyside giants, from his initial involvement with the academy at the age of six. 

Alexander-Arnold achieved considerable success with the club, winning numerous major trophies.   

Reports indicate that contract talks with Liverpool had stalled due to a combination of factors, including a period of upheaval behind the scenes with changes in sporting directors and the uncertainty surrounding Jurgen Klopp’s departure.

While Liverpool eventually made contract offers that would have made Alexander-Arnold one of the highest-paid full-backs globally, by that point, the player was already seriously considering a move to Spain.

What’s next for Liverpool?

Having secured the Premier League title, Liverpool aim to end the campaign strongly. 

Slot’s team host Arsenal in their next Premier League contest on Sunday, May 11, in their penultimate top-flight clash at Anfield.