Fabrizio Romano makes Trent Alexander-Arnold Real Madrid future claim after Liverpool exit
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A future update on former Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has been provided after his mixed start to life with Real Madrid.Alexander-Arnold was booed by Reds supporters after facing off with his former side earlier this month.Liverpool secured a 1-0 win over Real Madrid, with Alexander-Arnold featuring off the bench.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis. Despite previously being one of the most consistent full-backs in the Premier League, Trent has been dropped by Madrid on several occasions since his summer move.Now, Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on how Los Blancos are feeling about the England international.Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesTrent Alexander-Arnold Real Madrid future updateIn La Liga, the 27-year-old has so far notched just 158 minutes of action in 2025/26.However, when speaking on his YouTube channel this week, Romano shared an insight into Madrid’s stance on Alexander-Arnold, and it remains positive.He said: “Real Madrid maintain their confidence in Trent for present and future.
“Of course, Trent didn’t start his Real Madrid chapter maybe in the best way possible. There is no excitement around that but this can be part of the game.”What Xabi Alonso said about Trent Alexander-Arnold’s game timeSince returning from a hamstring injury, Trent has played just seven minutes in Real’s last three league games.Daniel Carvajal appears to be the number one choice at right-back, and when he’s not fit, Federico Valverde has deputised in that role.Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso has commented on Trent’s minutes for Real this season, explaining the heavy competition facing the full-back.As per TNT Sports, he said: “It’s not going to be about being fair or unfair, I’ll just have to divide what’s there,” said Alonso.“I have many positions double-covered.
This is one of those, with two exceptional players.“Carva, who’s been training hard and is much closer to his original level by now, and Trent, from Liverpool. That’s amazing for improving the level of the squad.While Alexander-Arnold remains a fringe figure in Spain, his exit has given Arne Slot issues at right-back.Jeremie Frimpong has been injured for much of 2025/26 so far, with Conor Bradley instead featuring heavily in Trent’s old role.The Dutchman will return at some point after the international break, but for the time being, the Reds have had to replace the now Madrid ace with a much less experienced player.Bradley impressed Pep Guardiola last weekend, but Liverpool’s defence has been criticised this season.