Real Madrid: Trent Alexander-Arnold wanted in time for Club World Cup - which starts before Liverpool deal expires

26 March 2025, 18:29 | Updated: 26 March 2025, 20:19

Real Madrid want to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold in time for him to play in the Club World Cup this summer - despite the fact his Liverpool contract does not expire until 15 days after the tournament has started.

The right-back is contracted with Liverpool until the end of June, when he will become a free agent.

Real Madrid's opening game is against Al Hilal, who have a strong interest in signing Mohamed Salah if he leaves Liverpool, on June 18 in Miami.

FIFA is also allowing national associations of Club World Cup participating clubs to open a special transfer window between June 1-10 to sign and register players.

Clubs can also add a maximum of two players to their squad during an in-tournament window between June 27 and July 3.

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