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The full-back is set to return to Anfield for the first time since his summer exit from Liverpool as Real Madrid visit in the Champions LeagueTrent Alexander-Arnold has given a simple, heartfelt response to returning to Liverpool ahead of Tuesday night’s Champions League clash against Real Madrid. The full-back could face the Reds for the first time since his exit tonight (Tuesday).The 27-year-old completed a move from Liverpool to Real Madrid last summer as his contract came to an end at Anfield.
The Reds received a fee with Real paying to complete the move before the summer’s Club World Cup.Speculation over Alexander-Arnold’s future was rife throughout his final season at the club, where he helped the team to the Premier League title. Days after the confirmation of his exit, which came back in May, there were boos as he made his way onto the pitch as a second half substitute against Arsenal.READ MORE: Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves emotional Diogo Jota tribute at Anfield ahead of Liverpool returnREAD MORE: Xabi Alonso explains how Liverpool can unleash 'very special' Florian WirtzHe did get a better reception when Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy against Crystal Palace later that month in what was his final game for the club.
It’s expected that the reception he receives upon his return may be more hostile.Ahead of the game, Alexander-Arnold has made his feelings clear with a one-word post on his Instagram story. I’ll always love the club, I’ll always be a fan of the club,” he said ahead of the game."I’ll always be thankful for the opportunities and the things we achieved together, they’ll live with me forever."No matter what, my feelings won’t change towards Liverpool.
