Arnold's Real Madrid move is closer to being a done deal. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has already given his 'Here we go' verdict to the move, meaning it could become official at any time. The full-back has also announced his Liverpool departure on social media after helping the club win the Premier League title in 2024-25.

Real Madrid have opened talks with Liverpool over the early release of Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to BBC.Los Blancos want to add the right-back to their squad ahead of next month’s FIFA Club

Alexander-Arnold and Carvajal will now compete for minutes in the Spanish capital next season but they will not be joined by long-term Madrid servant and academy graduate Vazquez.