Real Madrid Eyes Trent Alexander-Arnold to Solve Right-Back Dilemma

16/10/2024

By RSR Málaga, October 16, 2024

Dani Carvajal's injury has sparked debate over Real Madrid's options at right-back. With Lucas Vázquez stepping in as Carvajal's replacement and Militao or Rüdiger potentially filling in during rotations, Carlo Ancelotti's side faces challenges. As a result, Real Madrid's management is actively searching for a short to medium-term solution for the position.

The top target for Los Blancos is Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contract expires in 2025. With no updates on a potential renewal, Real Madrid is working on a strategy to sign the Englishman as a free agent next summer. His arrival is seen as crucial, but the club has a backup plan should Alexander-Arnold choose to stay at Anfield.

Jeremie Frimpong as the Backup Option
According to journalist Florian Plettenberg, Real Madrid is closely monitoring Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong. The Dutch right-back remains vital to Xabi Alonso's squad, but his €40 million release clause makes him an attractive target for Europe's top clubs. Liverpool is also interested in Frimpong as a potential replacement for Alexander-Arnold, should he depart for Madrid. Meanwhile, Barcelona is keeping tabs on the player as part of their own plans to strengthen the right-back position.

The race for Frimpong's signature is just beginning and promises to be highly competitive.