Trent Alexander-Arnold has been dominating headlines in more ways than one. His contract situation at Liverpool has been well-documented but he is still a massive player on the pitch for the team and his injury ahead of the international break was a blow for Liverpool.
The defender has been in talks with Liverpool over a new deal for months. However, there is still no agreement and he is some way away from agreeing on a new contract with the Reds.
Real Madrid are lying in wait and are prepared to snap him up on a free transfer next summer if Liverpool fail to convince him to sign a new contract in the coming months.
The negotiations over a new deal have been dominating column inches for months with some suggesting that Liverpool fans should not begrudge him if he decides to leave and join Real Madrid next summer given his achievements at Anfield.
However, Arne Slot has more pressing concerns with Alexander-Arnold as he wants the player back in the team as soon as possible given his importance.
He missed training last week and was not in the squad when Liverpool beat Southampton on Sunday but there is light at the end of the tunnel.
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Slot was unsure last week whether Alexander-Arnold would be available for the big Champions League clash against Real Madrid at Anfield on Wednesday night.
However, positive news has emerged from Liverpool’s training ground as the defender was seen training with the rest of the squad.
It seems the defender is fit to be available for selection when Liverpool take on Real Madrid on Wednesday night.
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It is unclear whether he will be fit enough to start but it seems more than likely that he will be in the matchday squad for the big European night at Anfield.
Alexander-Arnold would be keen to shine for Liverpool and it would be a chance for Real Madrid fans to catch a glimpse of a player who could be wearing their colours next season.
However, his focus is likely to be on the game and ensure that Liverpool’s 100 percent Champions League record this season remains intact.
