Alexander-Arnold struggles at Real Madrid ahead of El Clasico

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 07:27 · Archive

Trent Alexander-Arnold is Real Madrid's third-choice right back and has attracted little interest from Spanish media.

Alexander-Arnold joined Real Madrid in summer 2025 with hopes that his talents would revive after struggles at Liverpool, but he has instead become the club's third-choice right back. The Daily Mail Sport reports that, unlike the sustained debate about his form in England, those in Spain have shown little interest in his performances or prospects.

The 28-year-old now finds himself heading into Sunday's El Clasico, one of the season's most significant matches, outside the starting conversation. Once touted as a Ballon d'Or contender and voted among the world's top 25 players in 2022, Alexander-Arnold has seen his standing diminish considerably. The outlet notes that he is no longer considered one of Real Madrid's marquee signings.

How it is being reported

• Real Madrid footage of Trent Alexander-Arnold says it all after Liverpool return verdictTrent Alexander-Arnold has struggled to establish himself at Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho, with speculation growing over a potential transfer and return to the Premier LeagueMirror Sport · 25 Oct, 10:21
• Inside Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid struggles: How injury setbacks and Jose Mourinho's indifference - despite flashes of 'awesome' brilliance and Kylian Mbappe's backing - have left fallen star at a career crossroadsCRAIG HOPE: One of the cruellest realities as to the debate around Trent Alexander-Arnold and his lost genius is that, in Madrid, no such debate exists.Daily Mail Sport · 24 Oct, 23:09

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