New Delhi: England international right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly set to leave Liverpool Football Club at the end of the current season. The 26-year-old, a product of the club’s academy who has been associated with the Reds for 20 years, will see his contract expire on June 30th. He is widely expected to join Spanish giants Real Madrid on a free transfer.
Alexander-Arnold shared the news on social media, stating, “After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.” He added, “This is easily the hardest decision I have ever made in my life.” The midfielder said he has waited until now to announce his decision as the Reds secured their 20th top-flight title.
Alexander-Arnold’s contract situation was one of the key discussions at Anfield this summer. Unlike some teammates, Mohammed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, whose futures have been secured, the versatile defender will depart.
Expressing his deep connection to his boyhood club, he wrote, “This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years. But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.”
After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.
This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.
I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this… pic.twitter.com/emAw5RvXq0
— Trent Alexander-Arnold (@TrentAA) May 5, 2025
Since making his senior debut in 2016, Alexander-Arnold has become a cornerstone of the Liverpool side, making 352 appearances and scoring 23 goals. He was a crucial part of the team that won the Premier League title under Jurgen Klopp in the 2019-20 season, among other significant trophies.
Liverpool also released a statement regarding his potential departure: “He will depart with our gratitude and appreciation for his contribution during a sustained period of success.”
What’s next for Alexander-Arnold?
Following his expected departure from Liverpool after a hugely successful period, the defender is widely reported to be joining Real Madrid on a free transfer when his contract expires this summer.
Trent Alexander-Arnold confirms exit from boyhood club Liverpool as contract expires. England defender calls it ‘hardest decision’ as being linked with Real Madrid free transfer. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
