‘Confirmed he’s staying!’ – Liverpool fans erupt over Trent Alexander-Arnold’s celebration after goal against West Ham

Alexander-Arnold netted Liverpool's fourth in Sunday night's match against West Ham and his celebration has put his name at the top of the trending list on social media. The England defender ran towards the cameras with his hand to his ear, imitating a chatting hand for all to see. Many fans online have had their say on what the pose could mean, with plenty speculating that he may not be heading to Real Madrid after all.

On X, there was plenty of talk about Alexander Arnold. @yamozzaa was one of the first to hop on the train to suggest he is staying, posting: "IDK ABT YALL BUT TRENT JUST CONFIRMED HES STAYING, MY SCOUSER."

@lfcnrj agreed, simply stating: "That celebration. Trent is staying."

Another Liverpool fan, @LFCGeezy added: "Trent is definitely staying did you see that cele."

While @JayLleweIIyn admits he has been waiting for a moment like this, saying: "Been praying Trent scores and does some sort of celebration to indicate he’s staying."

Finally, @narshyy7 posted alongside a GIF of Jose Mourinho knee-sliding, writing: "Wait Trent done the talking celebration he’s staying."

All the talk in recent weeks has been around Alexander-Arnold's future and reports from Spain have gone as far as to suggest that Real Madrid have reached an agreement with the Merseyside hero to sign him as a free agent in the summer. The 26-year-old has certainly raised a few eyebrows with his moment in the spotlight at the London Stadium.

With another comfortable win in the Premier League wrapped up by Liverpool, the Reds are sitting pretty at the top of the table. Whatever happens with the defender, he is highly unlikely to leave Anfield in January as he looks to win the title in Arne Slot's first season.