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Trent Alexander-Arnold Facing Real Madrid Challenge as Manchester City Circle

Reports from Spain via CaughtOffSide suggest that Trent Alexander-Arnold might not find his way back into Real Madrid’s starting XI anytime soon, especially now that Dani Carvajal is back in full swing. This development adds a fascinating twist, considering how highly regarded Trent is and how long Real Madrid worked to secure his signature while he was at Liverpool.

Manchester City Monitoring Situation Closely

What’s even more intriguing is that Manchester City are now understood to be keeping a close eye on this situation. They’ve been admirers of Trent for a while now, even reaching out to him twice in the past. Once was during the summer when he was available on a free transfer, and back when he was still a youth player at Liverpool.

“If Trent does lose his spot then Manchester City could make a sensational bid for the player in the January transfer window,” sources have suggested.

Shock for Liverpool Fans if Premier League Return Happens

This shocking update from Spain comes very early in Trent’s Madrid career, with the England international only making seven appearances for Xabi Alonso’s side so far. He’d been a key player at Liverpool, and fans were devastated when he ran down his contract and decided to leave Anfield at the end of last season.

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Just imagine the pain for Reds supporters if Trent now returns quickly to the Premier League to sign for their rivals City!

Guardiola Searching for Walker Successor

Pep Guardiola could do with a long-term successor to Kyle Walker, though, so this looks like it will be one to watch if the player’s situation does not improve soon. “It’s not always easy to make it at the Bernabeu, where even some of the biggest names and best players have struggled to play as regularly as they would have liked.” Keep your eyes peeled as Trent’s stay in the Spanish capital might end up being shorter than expected.

Credit to CaughtOffSide for the original report.

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Liverpool fans will be feeling shocked and concerned. Losing a player of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s calibre was hard enough when he decided to leave Anfield after running down his contract. The thought of him lining up for Manchester City, their fiercest domestic rivals, would be devastating. Arne Slot is trying to rebuild confidence and identity in the post-Klopp era, so seeing Trent strengthen City’s squad would make that challenge even tougher.

From City’s perspective, the timing could not be better. Kyle Walker has been immense for them, but his long-term future is uncertain. A 26-year-old England international with Champions League pedigree and creative qualities unmatched at right-back would fit Guardiola’s system perfectly. If Madrid continue to limit Trent’s minutes, the January window could become the defining moment of his career.

For Real Madrid, this shows how ruthless life at the Bernabeu can be. Dani Carvajal’s return has changed the landscape, and even elite players struggle to adapt. Liverpool fans will hope Trent toughs it out in Spain, but if not, the Premier League could soon welcome him back. The question is, will it be at the Etihad? That is the nightmare scenario for Reds everywhere.