Real Madrid paid Liverpool a reported 10m euros (£8.4m) for Alexander-Arnold, releasing him from his contract on 1 June 2025, a month early. A hamstring issue last September sidelined him for seven weeks, while a thigh problem in December kept him out for a further two months. That denied Alexander-Arnold the sustained run of games needed to build momentum and a connection with supporters. However, the defensive doubts that plagued him throughout his Liverpool career remained part of the conversation in Madrid - even as his quality in possession continued to stand out. I promise we will bring trophies back to this amazing club next season."