The future of Trent Alexander-Arnold at Liverpool continues to be a daily topic as his contract is coming to an end next summer

Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool(Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Real Madrid remain alert to Trent Alexander-Arnold's situation at Liverpool as his contract is set to expire next summer.

Although Alexander-Arnold is considered to be a 'primary target', they are thought to be holding off on a winter bid.

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Carlo Ancelotti has said he is confident in his squad's depth, despite Dani Carvajal's rupturing two ligaments and a tendon in his right knee.

"Last year we already handled the injuries we had well, and the same will happen this season.

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"If we find an ideal player for Real Madrid, then we don't rule out making a signing, but it is not that simple to find an ideal player.

"These players are used to being linked with all the top clubs on a daily basis, if they have contracts or not," the Dutchman said on Friday.

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"If you think they’re disturbed by these interests, then I think you don’t do justice to how strong they are mentally and what they are used to.

I don’t think Jurgen did this?

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"I know that we spoke about 'manager' or 'head coach' but for me it is the same.

There’s no sporting director in the world, even if you have legally no input, that he would bring a player in or extend a player that you don’t want."

Speaking to Sky Sports last month, Alexander-Arnold said: "I have always said I want to captain the club.