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Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid debut confirmed as presentation planned

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Published 11:54 9 Jun 2025 GMT+1

Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid debut confirmed as presentation planned

The former Liverpool right-back is set to make his first appearance for the La Liga giants

James Taylor

James Taylor

Trent Alexander-Arnold's debut for Real Madrid has been confirmed, with his presentation already planned.

The former Liverpool star was set to join Madrid on a free transfer after his contract expired at the end of June.

But Real Madrid wanted Alexander-Arnold available for the FIFA Club World Cup, which starts on 14 June and the clubs agreed a €10 million (£8.4 million) deal.

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According to AS, his presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, meaning he will train with the team at Valdebas before Xabi Alonso's side fly to the United States.

Madridistas will expect to see their latest superstar signing in action in some capacity on 18 June at the Club World Cup. Whether he starts or not remains to be seen.

Real Madrid's group stage kicks off against Al-Hilal, before they face Mexican side Pachuca and RB Salzburg.

Real Madrid's Fede Valverde, Lucas Vazquez, Dani Carvajal.
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What are Real Madrid's options at right-back?

Dani Carvajal has been Real Madrid's stalwart at right back in recent years.

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But in October 2024, the 33-year-old Spaniard tore his cruciate ligament, ruling him out until the the start of the 24/25 season.

Carvajal enjoyed a successful 2023/24 campaign, winning both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, before lifting the Euro's with Spain.

His impressive performances were recognised as he finished fourth in the Ballon d'or behind Rodri and his teammates Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham.

Lucas Vazquez has often deputised in Carvajal's place, playing 32 times in La Liga last season.

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But the 33-year-old's contract is set to expire and he will leave Real Madrid after the Club World Cup.

Federico Valverde has also been used at right-back, starting in that position at the Emirates in their Champions League quarter-final defeat.

The 26-year-old Uruguryan is a key player for Real Madrid and will play a significant role in midfield next season.

Trent Alexander-Arnold up against his new teammate Vinicius Jr.
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How will Alexander-Arnold boost Real Madrid?

Real Madrid's need to bring in a younger right-back was heightened by Carvajal's serious injury.

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But in Alexander-Arnold they are getting far more than a conventional right-back.

The 26-year-old has an excellent passing range and brings creativity, an eye for a goal and is excellent at set-pieces

He made 354 appearances for Liverpool, scoring 23 goals and registering 92 assists.

The Englishman also knows what it takes to win trophies, having lifted every major trophy with his boyhood club.

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That included two Premier Leagues, a Champions League, an FA Cup and two League Cups.

Real Madrid fans will get their first glimpse of what Alexander-Arnold against Al-Hilal on 18 June.

Featured Image Credit: Liverpool FC / Contributor via Getty Images

Topics: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Real Madrid, Transfer News, Football, La Liga, Liverpool, FIFA Club World Cup

James Taylor
James Taylor

James is a sports journalist who specialises in football and Formula 1. He has written for publications such as The Times, MailSport, Sunday Express, Sunday Star and Manchester Evening News. Throughout his career, he has interviewed international footballers and rising Olympic stars. In his spare time, he has the misfortune of being a season ticket holder at Manchester United.

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