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Alan Shearer and Jamie Carragher can both understand why Trent Alexander-Arnold might fancy a move to Real Madrid in the summer — but the pair have also offered alternative views on the Liverpool vice-captain's thinking.

While Carragher has outlined the case for remaining at Anfield and further bolstering Alexander-Arnold's medal collection, cementing himself as a legend at the club he supports, Shearer can see why a Bernabeu switch could be tempting.

"He's a fabulous player with his crossing and passing range.



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He'll be a huge success at Real Madrid and will help the club win big trophies as he has done for Liverpool.

"Trent is leaving a huge powerhouse of a football club and joining another one in Real Madrid.

For him to try something different in a new country after all he's done for Liverpool, I just think that should be respected."

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And unlike when Steven Gerrard was tempted to leave (and ultimately decided to stay), it is not as if the Reds are unable to compete regularly for the biggest prizes.

"Where I’m at is that, as a local player and a Liverpool fan, Liverpool are in a position where they’re competing for the league and a European Cup every year," Carragher said on the Stick To Football podcast, brought to you by Sky Bet.

"So, if you’re a Liverpool fan and a local player, I’m just disappointed that he doesn’t think that this is it.

"I’m putting myself in his position, where I’d be thinking that we could go level with Manchester United in league trophies.
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