Overview

• Dani Carvajal has publicly acknowledged Trent Alexander-Arnold’s impending transfer to Real Madrid, despite no formal confirmation from either club.
• Alexander-Arnold’s contract with Liverpool expires on June 30, but Real Madrid is pushing for an early release to include him in their FIFA Club World Cup squad.
• Liverpool is reportedly seeking a settlement fee of around £1 million for an early release of the England international defender.
• Carvajal, who recently returned to full fitness, expressed confidence in competing with Alexander-Arnold for the right-back position at Real Madrid.
• The move highlights Real Madrid's strategic use of free transfers to secure top talent while Liverpool plans for Alexander-Arnold’s replacement.