Liverpool explore shock Trent Alexander-Arnold return as Real Madrid struggles continue

Liverpool explore shock Trent Alexander-Arnold return as Real Madrid struggles continue In a major development, Liverpool have begun exploring the possibility of bringing Trent Alexander-Arnold back to Anfield, with the English right-back struggling to establish himself at Real Madrid. According to a report from SER Deportivos , the Premier League club have started gauging the reaction of supporters and the player’s camp to a potential move, initially considering a loan deal during the January transfer window. Trent Alexander-Arnold falls down the pecking order at Real Madrid Trent’s move to Real Madrid has not unfolded as expected. The 28-year-old joined the Spanish giants in 2025 to compete with Dani Carvajal for the right-back position, but has struggled to reproduce the performances that made him one of Liverpool’s most influential players. Real Madrid have since signed Netherlands international Denzel Dumfries, yet neither player has convinced the coaching staff sufficiently to establish himself as the undisputed first choice. Instead, Federico Valverde has occupied the position in recent games and remains Jose Mourinho’s preferred option. Trent has lost prominence in the team. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) Dumfries is next in the pecking order, leaving Trent facing the prospect of further limited opportunities. So far this term, the 28-year-old has played only 345 minutes across seven games, with only four coming as starts. With his position increasingly uncertain , a return to Liverpool is now being discussed. The report claims that the English club have begun sounding out supporters and the player’s entourage about the prospect of making an approach to Madrid. Liverpool face financial and dressing-room considerations A potential deal would not be straightforward. Alexander-Arnold reportedly earns approximately €16.7 million gross annually, meaning his wages would be a significant consideration even for a club with Liverpool’s financial resources. A return to Liverpool possible? (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images) Moreover, his departure from Anfield also left a complicated legacy among supporters. Real Madrid’s position remains unclear, and any negotiations would have to account for the player’s contract and the club’s own plans for the right-back position. There is also a potential dressing-room consideration involving Jude Bellingham. The England international has a close friendship with Trent, and Madrid would not want a transfer decision to disrupt the harmony surrounding a team enjoying an excellent season. There is nothing concrete or formal at this point, but Trent’s situation could be one worth monitoring in the weeks to come.