'I love my city' - Trent Alexander-Arnold thanks Liverpool fans for 'perfect send-off' with title parade ahead of Real Madrid switch

The right-back played his last game for Liverpool as they drew 1-1 with Crystal Palace at Anfield, with the full-back leaving in a free transfer following the end of his contract. The 26-year-old had been booed by the club's supporters after he confirmed his imminent exit ahead of an expected move to Real Madrid, but he was given a warm reception when he came off the bench on Sunday.

Liverpool celebrated their Premier League title success in a parade through the city on Monday, which tragically ended in a car being driven into fans. On Wednesday, the England international expressed his love for his hometown as he prepares for a new challenge.

"Perfect send off. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, I love my city," he wrote on social media.

The full-back's transfer to Madrid will likely be confirmed ahead of the Club World Cup next month, provided Madrid agree to pay a fee to Liverpool to release him from his contract early.