Trent Alexander-Arnold’s first remarks as a Real Madrid player are likely to spark outrage among Liverpool fans.
The 25-year-old made the move to the Spanish giants for £10 million, just a month before his Liverpool contract was due to expire. During his official unveiling, he delivered an impressively fluent speech in Spanish – a moment that has only deepened the belief that this transfer was planned long before it became public.
“Signing for a club like Real Madrid is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” said the former Liverpool No.66. “It’s a dream come true… I’m ready to give my all for the team and the supporters.”
Though his words were respectful on the surface, it was his comfort and fluency in Spanish that raised eyebrows.
To many, it’s hard not to believe that this deal had been quietly arranged long ago – not in the final weeks, as suggested.
Fluent Spanish speech sparks suspicion of long-planned Madrid move
This has led some to question whether his supposed contract negotiations with Liverpool were ever sincere, or simply a way to maintain appearances before making his exit.
The timing of the transfer adds fuel to the speculation, with fans noting how quickly he seems to have adapted and how prepared he appeared to embrace life in Spain.
Addressing the Madrid press in Spanish, he said, “I am very happy and proud to be here… I’m eager to show my game and win many titles.”
Those statements will sting for supporters who believed in his loyalty to the club he once represented so passionately.
With new manager Arne Slot also reportedly unhappy with the right-back’s training attitude, the move marks a significant fall from grace.
For many Liverpool fans, the most painful part is the sense of betrayal from a homegrown player who always seemed to say the right things – until now.