Trent Alexander-Arnold Seeks Liverpool Return Just One Day After Real Madrid MoveIn a dramatic twist, Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly asking to return to Liverpool only 24 hours after officially joining Real Madrid.
The 26-year-old right-back, who completed a £10 million transfer on June 12, 2025, is said to be experiencing intense homesickness and struggling to adjust to life in Spain.Alexander-Arnold’s departure from Liverpool—after 354 appearances and major honors including two Premier League titles and the 2019 Champions League—was already mired in controversy. He allowed his contract to run down, leading to backlash from fans, some of whom booed him or even burned his No. 66 jersey.
Despite warm farewell messages from the club, many supporters felt betrayed, especially as he showcased fluent Spanish during his Real Madrid unveiling—suggesting the move had been long in the works.However, reports indicate that his early days in Madrid have been anything but smooth. After a training session on June 15 in the Miami heat, alongside teammates Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Jr., Alexander-Arnold reportedly confided feelings of isolation and regret.
By June 16, he is said to have contacted Liverpool’s sporting director, Richard Hughes, about a possible return.Real Madrid, who handed him a six-year contract with a staggering €1 billion release clause, are reportedly furious. They may demand the return of the £10 million fee and possibly additional compensation. Liverpool, meanwhile, have already signed Jeremie Frimpong for £29.5 million as a replacement, and new head coach Arne Slot could be reluctant to shake up the squad so soon.Fan reactions are divided—some are ridiculing the sudden U-turn, while others are calling for the club to welcome him back. While nothing has been finalized, Alexander-Arnold’s Real Madrid stint could become one of the shortest and most expensive transfers in football history.
