Liverpool set to seal stunning deal for Trent Alexander-Arnold 2.0 đ¨
Liverpool could finally have identified a successor to Trent Alexander-Arnold and may be closing in on a truly eye-catching deal.
Thereâs no question the departure of the former No.66 has left a huge gap. His absence has been obvious this season. Alexander-Arnold was almost a cheat code in build-up play, offering unmatched creativity. Few players in European football could match his passing range and crossing ability.
His start at Real Madrid has been slow, but that shouldnât define him. Heâs a generational talent and, in time, will be remembered as one of the finest right-backs the game has seen.
What stings for Liverpool fans is that he wonât become a true club legend. To achieve that, he needed more appearances and a different exit. Leaving on a free transfer, and the manner of his departure, clearly left a sour taste.
Now, Liverpool must look ahead. This season has made one thing clear: a proper replacement has not yet been found. But that may be about to change.
Mingueza stands out for his involvement in build-up play. Among right-backs under 30 in Europeâs top five leagues, the data is telling. Over the past year, only Alexander-Arnold (15.88 per 90) has recorded more progressive passes than Mingueza (11.66 per 90).
For the first time, Liverpool appear to be targeting a right-back with a similar profile to what Alexander-Arnold once offered. In that sense, Mingueza could be seen as a âTrent 2.0â option.
He may never reach the same elite level, but he remains a dependable and high-quality player. A product of Barcelonaâs academy, his technical ability is undeniable.
As a free agent, interest will be strong. With Liverpool already stocked at right-back, persuading him wonât be straightforward. However, if Hughes can make it happen, it would be an outstanding piece of business.