Alexander Arnold, the confessed Barça fan who could play for Madrid

It is practically a fact that Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contract ends in June, will not renew with Liverpool and will leave the 'reds' in the upcoming summer transfer market, as journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that Real Madrid has already sent an official proposal to the 26-year-old player to wear the 'merengue' jersey starting from the 2024-25 season.

This has caused many Barça fans to recall a particular confession from the English right-back, putting him in the spotlight, as if he ends up wearing white, his words will haunt him for a long time, especially if he changes his narrative. An unmistakable characteristic that several players have shown when they arrive at Real Madrid.

An example of this is Vinicius Jr., who before joining the Chamartín team in 2018, confessed in early 2017 his admiration for Barça on 'Esporte Espectacular' from 'Globo TV', and now seems to be a full 'anti-Barcelonista' when facing the Catalan team. Even at that time, when asked which team he chose to play in video games, he stated, "always with Barcelona".

The shocking love confession of Alexander-Arnold towards Barcelona

In an interview with 'GQ', the '66' confessed his love for Barcelona, primarily because he believes they share similar values with Liverpool. "As a kid, I was a Celtic fan, but now, due to the connection with Gerrard, I am neutral there. I would say my other favorite team is Barça. I feel they have the same values and beliefs as Liverpool", he pointed out.

"I would say my other favorite team is Barça. I feel they have the same values and beliefs as Liverpool"

The right-back added that he grew up "watching Messi and that special Barça with Iniesta, Xavi, Henry, or Eto'o, all of them, it was something special". Additionally, he highlighted the work of the Barça academy. This seems not to have mattered to Real Madrid, who have been cooking the incorporation of a player expected to spend his entire career at Anfield.

Luxury reinforcement for Real Madrid

If the arrival of Alexander-Arnold at Real Madrid materializes, besides strengthening the right flank (awaiting the recovery of Dani Carvajal), the 'whites' would be acquiring the services of a player who, despite having defensive shortcomings, is often a key piece in attack. The 'scouser' boasts a good foot, which has made him the main executor of direct free kicks and corner kicks at Liverpool.