Real Madrid is fast-tracking a €15m move for Trent Alexander-Arnold, aiming to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2025 season. This accelerated deal comes after Dani Carvajal’s injury left the team with limited options at right-back. Alexander-Arnold, known for his exceptional crossing and versatility, could step in seamlessly, offering not only defensive stability but also creativity from the back. Meanwhile, controversy surrounds Kylian Mbappé, with an FFF brand partner revealing a lack of widespread appeal for the French star, especially compared to former teammate Antoine Griezmann, who was a key figure both on and off the pitch for France.
Real Madrid Speeds Up €15m Transfer for Alexander-Arnold
Real Madrid faced a tough blow with Dani Carvajal’s injury just before the international break. The Ballon d’Or contender is set to miss the remainder of the season, leaving Lucas Vazquez as the only available recognized right-back for the team.
The injury struck at a bad time for Real Madrid, with two and a half months remaining until the January transfer window. The team will be hoping Lucas Vazquez stays fit during this period.
There is some good news for Real Madrid fans, however, as their pursuit of Trent Alexander-Arnold has gained momentum.
Real Madrid Races to Seal €15m Deal for Alexander-Arnold!
Fichajes reports that Real Madrid is now “one step away” from signing Trent Alexander-Arnold, with the plan shifting from summer 2025 to January 2025.
With Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contract expiring in 2025, Real Madrid hopes a fee between €10m and €15m will convince Liverpool to let him go six months early.
For Real Madrid, this represents a fantastic deal. The Spanish giants have a history of securing transfer bargains, with much of their financial strength coming from signing top players at low or no cost.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is among the best defenders globally. His preferred role is right-back, where he would seamlessly replace Dani Carvajal at Real Madrid.
However, the Englishman has also demonstrated strong qualities in midfield. His inventiveness and ball-distribution skills make him ideal for a deep-lying midfield role, something Carlo Ancelotti may consider as well.
Trent Alexander-Arnold shares a strong bond with Jude Bellingham, both on and off the field. The pair link up well during international duty with England. Hopefully, Jude had a word with Trent while England faced Greece and Finland this week.
FFF Partner Reveals “Lovelessness” Toward Kylian Mbappé
With Antoine Griezmann’s international retirement at 33, France faces a gap to fill, both on and off the pitch, as reported by L’Équipe.
On the field, Griezmann was a crucial figure for Didier Deschamps, as shown by his constant presence in major international tournaments. The Atlético Madrid star also served as vice-captain in the locker room, and beyond that, he had a big impact on the media and marketing campaigns.
With Griezmann’s departure, the FFF now lacks a major figure for their campaigns, as a brand partner told L’Équipe. Griezmann’s retirement is harmful because people were unanimous about him,” the source said. This contrasts with Kylian Mbappé, the captain of Les Bleus, who doesn’t have the same widespread appeal as Griezmann.
“We feel a lovelessness towards Mbappé. He doesn’t bring people together. We note it in the engagement around our campaigns,” an anonymous FFF brand partner told L’Équipe. The partner also mentioned that Aurélien Tchouaméni, Bradley Barcola, and Ousmane Dembélé all have the potential to play a key role in FFF merchandising campaigns moving forward.
Despite this comment from an FFF partner, Mbappé’s name remains the most popular on the back of France shirts. He currently leads Barcola, Mike Maignan, Jules Koundé, and Michael Olise.
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