Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has reportedly agreed to join Real Madrid this summer when his contract expires. According to talkSPORT, the 26-year-old will leave Anfield after accepting a five-year contract with the Spanish club. The deal is said to be worth more than £220,000 per week.

Reports suggest Alexander-Arnold has been in talks with Real Madrid since January, with Liverpool aware of the ongoing negotiations. The speculation around his move grew stronger, leading Betfair to stop taking bets on the transfer after a sudden rush of wagers. Before this, the odds of him joining Real Madrid were as short as 2/7.

This move fits Real Madrid’s recent transfer approach. The club has signed top players like David Alaba, Antonio Rudiger, and Kylian Mbappe on free transfers in recent years. Alexander-Arnold will also reunite with England teammate Jude Bellingham, who is a close friend of his.

Losing Alexander-Arnold is a big blow for Liverpool, especially with new manager Arne Slot taking charge. However, the right-back now looks set to start a new chapter in Spain with one of the biggest clubs in the world.