According to a report by FootballTransfers on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, the England international's future at Real Madrid has been further cast into doubt following Jose Mourinho's decision to prioritize Federico Valverde over Trent Alexander-Arnold. Reports indicate that Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester City are keeping tabs on his situation.

The 28-year-old is ready to demand a transfer away from the Spanish club as he grows increasingly dissatisfied with his current situation there.

After spending his whole senior career at Anfield, Alexander-Arnold joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2025.

His time in Spain, however, has allegedly not lived up to expectations, and his future with the team is in question due to Mourinho's selection choices.

According to FootballTransfers, Mourinho's decision to start Valverde instead of the former Liverpool defender in last weekend's match against Sevilla suggests that the manager does not have complete faith in the defender.

Despite interest from four Premier League clubs, Alexander-Arnold may find the best chance to resurrect his career with a return to Liverpool, according to TeamTalk.

Data analytics company SciSports evaluates possible destinations according to criteria like playing time, development, tactical suitability, and formation; FootballTransfers referenced their findings.

A club-fit score of 83 was supposedly given to Liverpool, putting them ahead of Manchester City (79), Chelsea (71), and Arsenal (71).

A stronger case for a reunion may be made by Liverpool's need for right-back reinforcements, according to the report.

Given Conor Bradley's fitness concerns and Jeremie Frimpong's reported form issues, the position could be filled with a new candidate.

Liverpool may face competition from Manchester City, but FootballTransfers voiced concern about the club's future.

However, due to his attacking profile, Arsenal were thought to be a less suitable tactical match for Alexander-Arnold.

The analysis indicated that Stamford Bridge could not be as appealing as it once was due to competition for playing time and worries about his development, despite the fact that Chelsea were considered a better fit under Xabi Alonso.

Going back to Liverpool might be a bit of a challenge. Some members of the Anfield support held animosity toward Alexander-Arnold after his 2025 departure, and he endured taunting upon his return to the stadium for last season's Champions League.