Trent Alexander-Arnold Confirms Real Madrid Transfer: Liverpool Bids Emotional Farewell
After 20 years with Liverpool, the defender announces his departure in search of a new challenge in Spain
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid, long rumored and widely anticipated, is now all but confirmed. The news broke throughout the day, with key voices and official channels providing clarity on the transfer.
Liverpool Publishes Farewell Video
Liverpool released an emotional video in which Alexander-Arnold bids farewell to the club he joined as a child. In the video, the player says:
“I want to say that this was not an easy decision and that it’s something I’ve thought deeply about. I’ve been here for 20 years, enjoyed every minute, fulfilled all my dreams, and achieved everything I ever wanted.”
Fabrizio Romano Confirms the Move
Renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano also weighed in this morning:
“The decision to leave Liverpool is now confirmed, as Trent says goodbye to the club after winning one more Premier League title. The documents are being prepared for Trent to join Real Madrid on a five-year contract. A verbal agreement is already in place.”
Official Statement from Alexander-Arnold
Later, Alexander-Arnold issued a heartfelt public statement:
“After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, it’s time to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season. This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made.
I know many of you have wondered why I hadn’t spoken sooner or felt frustrated, but it was always my intention to stay fully focused on what was best for the team — which was securing number 20. This club has been my whole life, my entire world, for 20 years.
From the Academy to now, the support and love I’ve felt from everyone — inside and outside the club — will stay with me forever. I will always be in your debt. But I’ve never known anything else, and this decision is about embracing a new challenge, stepping out of my comfort zone, and pushing myself both professionally and personally.
I’ve given everything every day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel I’ve given something back in return during my time here.
From the bottom of my heart, I thank everyone — my coaches, representatives, teammates, staff, and our incredible fans — for the past 20 years. I’ve been lucky to live out my dreams here, and I’ll never take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to share with you all. My love for this club will never die.”
