Trent Alexander-Arnold was spotted in deep discussion with Liverpool owner John W. Henry during the team’s Premier League title celebrations on Sunday, fueling speculation about his future. The defender, who has been with the Reds since childhood, is due to become a free agent this summer and rumors are rife about a potential move to Real Madrid.
Alexander-Arnold has been part of Liverpool since he was six years old and has clinched almost every major trophy with the club. This includes his second Premier League title following their resounding 5-1 triumph over Tottenham this weekend, leading many to question why he would consider leaving now.
He was one of three senior Liverpool players facing contract uncertainty this season, but both Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk chose to pledge their futures to Liverpool by signing extensions, sparking hope that Alexander-Arnold might follow suit.
The fanbase is now even more hopeful that being part of the title celebrations at Anfield on Sunday could provide enough incentive for the England international to stay, especially given the sense of something special unfolding under Arne Slot.
This feeling will only intensify after Alexander-Arnold was seen conversing with Liverpool owner Henry on the pitch as the club celebrated their victory over Spurs, securing their 20th top-flight title.
The Reds clinched the title with four games to spare, much to the delight of their fans who were able to witness the celebrations – a stark contrast to 2020. Alexander-Arnold’s chat with Henry was observed by the eagerly watching supporters.
They will undoubtedly hope that the American was convincing the 26-year-old to commit to a new contract amidst calls for him to reconsider his future. Alexander-Arnold seemed to hint at the possibility of doing just that as he revelled in Liverpool’s title festivities, joining his colleagues in singing You’ll Never Walk Alone, hopping on the back of team-mate Ibrahima Konate and dancing with Andy Robertson.
Cody Gakpo suggested that the final decision regarding his future is yet to be made, despite rumours of a pre-agreement with Spanish heavyweights Real Madrid. Post-match, the Dutchman commented: “Now with Mo [Salah] and Virgil [Van Dijk] staying, and hopefully Trent as well, they can keep building.”
After netting the decisive goal against Leicester last week, Alexander-Arnold remained tight-lipped about his long-term plans: “I have said all season that I am not going to speak on my situation. I am not going to go into the details. But days like today are always special. Scoring goals, playing games, winning games, winning titles – they are special moments for me and I am glad to do my part.”
The right-back, who has donned the Liverpool shirt 351 times, later shared a clip of himself belting out ‘Freed From Desire’ with his teammates in the changing room, while Reds fans swamped social media with tributes.
The title festivities also featured a moment where Arne Slot shared a heartfelt embrace with chief Richard Hughes on the pitch – both key figures appointed last year who played crucial roles in the club’s march to glory.
