Trent Alexander-Arnold has officially joined Real Madrid from Liverpool for €10 million. The 26-year-old right-back begins a new chapter in Spain, wearing number 12, and calls the move a “dream come true” during his impressive Spanish-speaking presentation.
The Liverpool legend starts a new chapter in Spain, wearing number 12 for Real Madrid
Welcome to Madrid
Trent Alexander-Arnold was officially introduced as Real Madrid’s new signing on Thursday. The 26-year-old right-back left Liverpool for a €10 million transfer fee, just one month before his contract was set to expire. He becomes Madrid’s second summer signing and will start training with the team tomorrow.
During his presentation at the Santiago Bernabéu, Trent surprised many by speaking nearly perfect Spanish. He described joining Real Madrid as a “dream come true” and shared that he will wear the name “Trent” on the back of his jersey with the number 12. He said it’s simply easier that way.
Did Jude Bellingham Help?
Before the transfer, many reports said that Jude Bellingham, Trent’s teammate on the England national team, was trying to convince him to join Madrid. However, Trent played down this idea.
“Yes, we spoke about it, but it wasn’t like people think,” Trent said. “We talked about Liverpool and Madrid just normal chats between friends and teammates. He was the only one in the England team who knew what Madrid was like, so naturally I had questions. But the club speaks for itself. Jude didn’t have a big role in my decision.”
Leaving Liverpool Wasn’t Easy
Trent admitted that leaving Liverpool was emotional. He had been with the club for many years and won many trophies, including the Champions League and Premier League. Although he joked that he had been dreaming of this day for “two weeks,” he later said he had been learning Spanish for months, showing how serious he was about the move.
“I’ve been at Liverpool for a long time and experienced so much,” he shared. “Knowing it was ending was emotional. But the send-off I got from the fans and the club made me feel proud.”
He also thanked Liverpool’s owners and staff for their support during his final days.
“The owners were amazing. They wished me luck and made me feel appreciated. I’ll never forget that.”
Transfer Summary
| Player | Trent Alexander-Arnold |
|---|---|
| From | Liverpool |
| To | Real Madrid |
| Transfer Fee | €10 million |
| Shirt Number | 12 |
| Name on Shirt | Trent |
| Key Quote | “A dream come true.” |
| Bellingham’s Role | Minimal – just friendly talks |
Looking Ahead
Trent now begins a new journey with Real Madrid, one of the biggest clubs in the world. With his talent and passion, fans in Spain are excited to see what he brings to the team. For Trent, it’s not just a transfer it’s the next step in a lifelong dream.
