Liverpool boss Arne Slot addresses Trent Alexander-Arnold’s ‘all talk’ celebration as Real Madrid-linked star sends message after scoring against West Ham

The Real Madrid-linked full-back scored the fourth goal in the Reds' 5-0 win over West Ham on Sunday night at London Stadium. Alexander-Arnold then ran towards the cameras with his hand to his ear, imitating a chatting hand for all to see. The unique celebration left the fans guessing as many of them claimed that it was a hint that he is ready to stay back at Anfield and snub Los Blancos' offer.

After the game, Liverpool boss Slot opened up on the defender's celebration as he too hinted that the player could stay at Anfield. He also spoke on the performance of Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, who are also in the final year of their contracts.

Speaking to reporters, the Dutch coach said: "No, I don’t think it’s negative at all. He’s playing really well, scored a great goal and the way he celebrated his goal probably tells you enough. I don't think I have to say much more about it.

"I’m really happy with Trent, just as happy as I am with Mo and with Virgil. So for me, there’s no difference. For the outside world, maybe there’s a bit more things happening around Trent in the media than with the other two but I’m happy with all three of them at the moment."

The Merseyside club, who now have an eight-point lead at the top of the table, with a game in hand, will host Manchester United in a league clash at Anfield on January 5.