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Trent Alexander-Arnold round-up

As has been the case so often this term, Trent Alexander is the centre of attention.

The vice-captain has a soon-to-be ending contract, as I am sure you are all well aware, and is the subject of Real Madrid's interest.

As of now, Sky Sports in Germany say the Spaniards have turned their attention towards 'Plan B' Joshua Kimmich after being left angered by Liverpool's No.66 and his representatives slowing down on their supposed pre-contract talks.

This is very different to word on the Spanish mainland, who maintain the claims that Alexander-Arnold is almost a Madrid player.

Relevo have said he is '98 percent' signed on for next season.

And it would appear that it would be for next year - no sooner - despite an attempt earlier this January.

Marca report the latest word, saying chiefs at the Santiago Bernabeu will not be doing any more business this January.

Liverpool turning down an approach to sign Alexander-Arnold scuppered their one true hope for the month, now they have finally conceded defeat.

Real Madrid have accepted they will not sign Trent Alexander-Arnold in January (Image: (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images))