'Lock the door behind him!' - Liverpool fans tell Trent Alexander-Arnold he should be 'kept in the basement' amid reports of January pre-contract agreement with Real Madrid

According to The Athletic, Real Madrid are increasingly optimistic about securing Alexander-Arnold's signature. The 25-year-old's current contract with Liverpool is set to expire in the summer, allowing him to legally negotiate with other clubs from January 1. The report claims that Real Madrid are prepared to offer the England international a lucrative four-year deal accompanied by a substantial signing-on bonus.

The prospect of Alexander-Arnold leaving on a free transfer has sparked a flurry of reactions from Liverpool supporters, with many expressing their anger and frustration.

One fan, @HendrickD82, clearly upset by the rumours, wrote on X: "If Trent goes to Real, I don't want to see any of this 'he can come back when he's 31 and retire as Liverpool captain' sh*te. If he goes on a free, lock the door behind him."

Another fan, @4virgil_lfc, quipped sarcastically: "happy new year to everyone except trent alexander arnold."

While @samuelap1_ wrote: "Just wait. Be patient. Let’s see how it plays out, I’m still skeptical about everything I’ve read on Trent."

@SMXLFC wrote: "Only Trent & the club truly know what’s going to happen."

@Lfc__vision: "If Liverpool are a serious club and Trent signs a pre-agreement in January then Liverpool should sign his replacement in January and keep Trent in the basement until he leaves…"

Despite the growing speculation, Liverpool remain hopeful of convincing Alexander-Arnold to extend his stay at Anfield. Club officials have dismissed claims that a deal with Real Madrid is already in place and insist that the defender has not engaged in discussions with any other club.

For Real Madrid, Alexander-Arnold's potential arrival would bolster their squad as they continue to seek a long-term replacement for an injured Dani Carvajal. While Liverpool fans face an emotional and anxious wait to see whether one of their most beloved players will remain loyal or seek a new challenge in Spain.