Liverpool could lose their biggest talent to Real Madrid after worrying Trent Alexander-Arnold post - opinion

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Liverpool are facing a fight on their hands to keep top academy talent Josh Abe at the club.The 15-year-old has had a breakthrough period with the Reds while playing for the U18s this season.His talent has not gone unnoticed, with claims emerging in November that Chelsea will try and sign Abe as revenge for Liverpool‘s poaching of Rio Ngumoha in 2024.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis. Who has been Liverpool’s best player in 2025?

Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say But while the Blues are reportedly aiming to capitalise on Abe’s lack of a scholarship contract with Liverpool, Real Madrid appear to have also entered the fray.Although it is testament to what a talent Liverpool potentially have on their hands, fans should be concerned after seeing Abe visit the Santiago Bernabeu and pose with Trent Alexander-Arnold.Real Madrid could be trying to poach Josh AbeLiverpool supporters have long become sick of Real Madrid. Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images 👇 Join the debate; share your insight.

Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say Can Liverpool still keep Abe? After poaching the likes of Harvey Elliott, Ben Gannon Doak and Ngumoha for nominal fees as very young players, Liverpool have been excellent at doing what Madrid now look to be trying with Abe.As a result, when the shoe is on the other foot, maybe the Reds will just accept this for what it is.However, Abe leaving should not be considered an inevitability, despite the ominous signs being displayed.He is still a Liverpool player until next summer at least, and the Reds are reportedly trying to convince him that Anfield is the best place for his development.This one is certainly not over, but with Alexander-Arnold and his brother now involved, Liverpool fans are right to be getting that sinking feeling.