Alexander-Arnold is Real Madrid’s most wanted target for 2025 after the defender entered the final six months of his contract at Liverpool. While he could yet stay at his boyhood club, Real Madrid are gaining confidence that they will be able to sign him – and they may not have to wait until the end of the season if they get their way.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has responded to his side's failed attempt to sign Liverpool vice-captain Trent Alexander-Arnold in the January transfer window. On Tuesday, the Reds turned down an approach from the Champions League holders,

Manager insists right-back remains fully committed to club and will start against Man Utd at Anfield, where the Kop will welcome him warmly