Although sources say Alexander-Arnold is determined to fight for his place, there is reportedly growing frustration behind the scenes with the way his first season in Spain is going.
Since arriving, the 27-year-old has started just five games in La Liga, and speculation surrounding his future has attracted interest from other clubs, TEAMtalk writes. Mediators have reportedly already held talks with Manchester City, who are looking for a new right-back ahead of the summer transfer window. Although the official approach has not yet been made, the Premier League vice-champions are carefully assessing the situation, reports Index.hr.
Alexander-Arnold signed a five-year contract with Real Madrid last summer that will keep him until 2029. Therefore, any transfer would require significant compensation. Madrid are under no pressure to sell him, but the player’s dissatisfaction could open the door to negotiations if the right offer arrives.
City’s new sporting director, Hugo Viana, has already shown that he is not afraid of big deals after the January acquisitions of Marco Guehi and Antoine Semeny, which heralds a bold approach in the next transfer window as well.
City are gearing up for a busy summer, with the futures of several high-profile names – including Rodri, John Stones and Bernardo Silva – uncertain. That could accelerate plans to refresh key parts of the squad, with the right-back position high on the priority list.
Only a few clubs can afford to bring Alexander-Arnold from Madrid, and Man City is certainly among them. His arrival would be a significant boost, considering that while playing for rivals Liverpool, he was considered one of the best full-backs in Europe, where he won eight major trophies.
In 354 appearances for the Reds, he recorded 23 goals and 92 assists. Having not had the same impact at Madrid, a return to the Premier League could appeal to him.
(Vijesti.ba)
