After a celebrated career at Liverpool, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s time at Anfield is ending under a cloud. His decision to leave the club on a free transfer this summer and join Real Madrid has drawn the ire of many Reds supporters, who haven’t held back in expressing their frustration. During a recent Premier League clash with Arsenal, Alexander-Arnold was booed by sections of the home crowd when he came on as a substitute—a moment that starkly reflected the fans’ discontent.
The incident sparked widespread reaction from former players and managers, with many weighing in on the fallout. One of the most notable responses came from former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp, who said he was disheartened by the crowd’s treatment of Alexander-Arnold—so much so that he turned off the match when he heard the boos.
Klopp’s defense of the right-back didn’t sit well with all fans, but it drew strong support from former Liverpool striker Michael Owen, whose response quickly ignited debate online.
Michael Owen Reacts to Klopp’s Comments
Owen was full of praise for Klopp
While Klopp’s remarks upset some in the fanbase, Owen publicly backed the German manager. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Owen wrote:
“Can’t stop watching Jurgen’s passionate defence of Trent. What a man.”
His post sparked intense reactions from fans. One replied bluntly, “Wind your neck in you disgrace,” while another jabbed, “Yeah, a traitor like you would love it, right?”
Others criticized Owen’s stance by highlighting the disconnect between fans and those within the sport. One comment read: “If you don’t understand it, then you have no clue what it is to be a fan. Players and managers live in one world, fans in another. Trent should’ve expected this.”
Another fan referenced Owen’s own controversial move from Liverpool to Real Madrid, quipping: “Absolute shock you, of all people, think that!” Echoing that sentiment, a fifth wrote simply: “You’d understand. Another Judas.”