Supporters believe they’ve caught a moment between a Liverpool player and Trent Alexander-Arnold after their crucial win over Everton.
Liverpool secured a 1-0 victory over Everton on Wednesday, extending their lead over Arsenal to 12 points at the top of the Premier League table.
Diogo Jota netted the game’s only goal in the 57th minute, though Everton manager David Moyes criticized the decision to let it stand.
The Reds claimed both the win and city bragging rights without first-choice right-back Alexander-Arnold, who was sidelined due to an injury sustained against Paris Saint-Germain last month.
With Conor Bradley also unavailable, Arne Slot opted to play Curtis Jones at right-back, despite his usual role in midfield.
Jones impressed in defense, helping his team keep a clean sheet.
After the final whistle, the 24-year-old shared a heartfelt embrace with Alexander-Arnold, who attended the match despite his injury. The two had a brief conversation, with Alexander-Arnold suddenly bursting into laughter.
Fans speculate that Jones jokingly told Alexander-Arnold he was “taking his position,” amid rumors of the defender’s potential move to Real Madrid.
One fan on X wrote: “I bet Curtis said, ‘I’m taking your position,’ and they both started laughing.”
Another added: “You could tell he was really invested in Curtis’ performance.”
A third suggested: “That’s just PR—his mind has been elsewhere for a while.”
Alexander-Arnold’s contract expires this summer, and he is heavily linked with a free transfer to Real Madrid. Having come through Liverpool’s academy, he has made 349 appearances for the club, but this season may mark his final chapter at Anfield.
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