CONFIRMED: Liverpool accept Real Madrid offer for Alexander-Arnold transfer

The full-back is preparing to join a club in La Liga as his contract with Liverpool comes to an end this summer. The Reds will receive a transfer fee for the move, which is expected to be finalized when the transfer window officially opens on June first.

Having first joined Liverpool’s Academy as a six-year-old, Alexander-Arnold rose through the youth ranks to make his senior debut in October 2016. Since then, he has gone on to make 354 appearances and score 23 goals for the club.

During his time at Anfield, he played a key role in one of the most successful eras in recent memory, helping the team win eight major trophies. His honors include two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the FIFA Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, the FA Cup, and two League Cups.

As he moves on to a new chapter in his career, Liverpool parts ways with deep appreciation for everything he has contributed to the club’s success.

The 26-year-old will conclude his two-decade-long association with the Reds, having made the decision to leave Anfield when his deal ends on June 30, 2025.

Alexander-Arnold stated:

“I think first and foremost, I want to say it’s not an easy decision and there’s a lot of thought and feeling that has gone into it. I’ve been here 20 years now, loved every single minute of it, achieved all my dreams, achieved everything I’ve ever wanted to here.

“Giving everything day in, day out for 20 years, I’ve got to a point now where I feel like I need a new change, a new challenge for me as a player and as a person. And I think now is the right time for me to do that.”

Alexander-Arnold became part of Liverpool’s Academy at the age of six and climbed through the ranks at youth level before making his senior debut in 2016.

Since then, he has made 352 appearances for the Reds, scoring 23 goals, and securing eight major honours, including this season’s Premier League title.

Speaking directly to Liverpool supporters, he said:

“There’s a lot I would like to say. The main thing is a massive thank you. You guys have been there from the start with me, you guys have supported me, been there.

“I’ve felt the support, the love, everything that you guys have done has never been unnoticed by me, I’ve loved every single minute of it. I hope they have felt that has been reciprocated and that I’ve given everything I could to the club.

“I’m just hoping that we’re able to carry on winning games, the noise [around my decision] doesn’t take away from the fact of what we’ve achieved this season.

“It has been an amazing season. It has been amazing to be part of it and I just hope that everyone is able to maybe not dwell on this news for too long and be able to celebrate what the rest of the lads have done.”

Alexander-Arnold will depart with our full gratitude and appreciation for his invaluable contribution during a sustained period of success.

When asked about the motivations behind his decision, Alexander-Arnold explained that after giving everything to Liverpool on and off the pitch for 20 years, he had reached a point where he felt the need for change—both professionally and personally. “I’ve loved every single minute of it,” he said. “I’ve achieved all my dreams here. But I feel like now is the right time for a new challenge.”

Aware of the disappointment his departure may bring, Alexander-Arnold acknowledged the emotional weight of the decision. As someone who grew up idolizing Liverpool players himself, he understands how deeply supporters feel these moments. “I know people will be angry, upset, even hurt. I’ve felt those same things as a fan. But this was a decision I had to make for me. I’ve given everything to this club every single day for 20 years.”

Looking back on his journey—from the Academy to becoming a Champions League and Premier League winner—Alexander-Arnold spoke with heartfelt gratitude. “The word that comes to mind is love. I fell in love with this club at a very young age, and that love has only grown. I’ve been given opportunities beyond anything I could have dreamed of, and I’ll never take that for granted.”