Trent Alexander-Arnold has been a key part of Liverpool’s identity for years.

A Scouser, an academy graduate, a Champions League winner.

He’s one of the few players you think of when you hear “Liverpool.”

So, when talk of a move away surfaces—especially to a giant like Real Madrid—it’s not something fans can ignore.

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This isn’t the usual silly-season rumour either.

For Liverpool, the idea of losing Trent isn’t just about football.

Or is there something real going on behind the scenes?

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, a move to Real Madrid could really be on the cards.

He revealed that “the agreement between Trent Alexander-Arnold and Real Madrid [is] yet to be completed in terms of signing the contract, but verbally [is] at the final stages.”

Romano went further, suggesting the deal is close.

“Expected to be here we go,” he said, reminding fans that “as I told you in March, that story remains absolutely valid.”

There were also rumours about whether Trent’s decision was tied to the coaching situation at Real Madrid.

Romano shut that down clearly, “Trent didn’t negotiate for a specific coach.

Trent negotiated with Real Madrid.

Real Madrid’s proposal was for Trent Alexander-Arnold, not depending, not based on the coach situation.”

He added that “Real Madrid absolutely want to complete a deal with Trent Alexander-Arnold.”

“Real Madrid trust Trent Alexander-Arnold as a really important signing for the summer transfer window.”

Romano also hinted that Trent’s arrival could change things for current Madrid players.

“At the moment, there are zero negotiations between Real Madrid and Lucas Vasquez.

Zero,” he said.

With “Trent Alexander-Arnold now coming, and Dani Carvajal returning from injury, there is a strong possibility for Lucas Vasquez to leave Real Madrid as a free agent at the end of the season.”

Liverpool fans will be watching closely.

This one feels different.

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