A club legend has warned Trent Alexander-Arnold of the consequences if he decides not to sign a new Liverpool contract - with the clock ticking and Real Madrid still lurking

Liverpool boss Arne Slot is currently on track for a dream debut season, with three trophies within reach. But a nightmare end to the campaign is still possible.

Trent Alexander-Arnold is out of contract in just over four months, and yet, he has still not decided between staying at Liverpool or joining Real Madrid, who are now increasing their efforts to

Alexander-Arnold came off with 20 minutes to go at Bournemouth on Saturday after pulling up with discomfort in his thigh.

Liverpool fans have long known that the day might come when Trent Alexander-Arnold’s future at Anfield would be up for discussion. The homegrown hero, an indispensable part of Liverpool’s attacking DNA, has seen speculation swirl over a potential move to Real Madrid as his contract enters its final months.

England international Trent Alexander-Arnold has just over four months remaining on his Liverpool contract and could complete a free transfer to Real Madrid this summer

Liverpool will make a late decision on Trent Alexander-Arnold’s availability to face Everton but Joe Gomez has been ruled out of Wednesday’s Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Real Madrid, it seems, won’t be satisfied with potentially pinching just Trent Alexander-Arnold in the summer transfer window. Nothing remains guaranteed, it’s worth emphasising, although the Scouser has notably yet to agree a contract extension ahead of expiry this June.