Trent Alexander-Arnold hits new Real Madrid low as private transfer feelings emerge
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Daily Mirror IconSportFootballTrent Alexander-ArnoldTrent Alexander-Arnold has struggled since joining Real Madrid and club chiefs appear to be far from pleased by the decision to sign himTrent Alexander-Arnold finds himself at the heart of a Real Madrid blame game following his latest setback. The former Liverpool defender has experienced a torrid beginning to life at his new club, primarily due to injury, and his displays seem to be deteriorating as a consequence.Spanish media highlighted the 27-year-old for his role in Celta Vigo's late equaliser last Friday, despite Real ultimately winning the La Liga encounter.
A more detailed report from Sport has subsequently surfaced, suggesting that Los Blancos' decision-makers are all attempting to distance themselves from the Alexander-Arnold transfer.It has also been alleged that the message within the club is that the decision to recruit him was mandated by club president Florentino Perez, and that his arrival was "a direct decision by the board without consulting the manager".READ MORE: Liverpool told clear conditions for Yan Diomande summer transferREAD MORE: Liverpool news: Eight stars risk European ban as two miss out on squad to face GalatasarayReal's current situation at right-back has been labelled as "a serious problem" owing to Dani Carvajal's injury issues and Federico Valverde's reluctance to feature there. The report has additionally stated that the Alexander-Arnold acquisition was "exactly what Florentino likes" as he arrived from an established Premier League club on a free transfer.His arrival has not gone to plan.
Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageNevertheless, Alexander-Arnold will be hoping to put a difficult few months behind him with Real targeting La Liga and Champions League glory.One positive for Alexander-Arnold is that he has been able to clock regular minutes since returning from injury in early February. He has started Real's last three matches in all competitions and will be looking to make it four this week against some familiar faces.On Wednesday evening, Manchester City travel to the Bernabeu for the first leg of an enticing last-16 tie.