Overview
- Trent Alexander-Arnold will leave Liverpool this summer to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, with Real requesting his early release to include him in their Club World Cup squad.
- Liverpool fans expressed their discontent by booing Alexander-Arnold during his substitute appearance in the recent 2-2 draw with Arsenal.
- Liverpool is in advanced negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen to sign Jeremie Frimpong, who has a €35 million release clause and has indicated his desire to join the Premier League champions.
- Conor Bradley is being groomed as a long-term replacement at right-back, but Liverpool is prioritizing additional depth and competition in the position.
- Liverpool manager Arne Slot has stated he will continue selecting Alexander-Arnold for the club's final matches if it benefits the team, despite the fan backlash.