The Reds' vice-captain is in the final 18 months of his current deal, although an extension has been seen as a formality given his importance and connection to the Merseyside giants.
However, as things stand, Liverpool are at risk of losing their academy star for nothing in 2025, meaning that a sale this summer may have to be considered if he does not sign on the dotted line.
Amid the current uncertainty, La Liga leaders Real Madrid have apparently taken an interest in signing Alexander-Arnold this summer as they plan for life without the ageing Dani Carvajal at right-back.
It has been claimed that the England international is delaying talks over a new Liverpool contract, offering Real Madrid a fillip, although he is simply focused on a strong end to the season before thinking about his future.
Alexander-Arnold «flattered» by Real Madrid linksTalks between the club and Alexander-Arnold's representatives are expected to take place once the campaign comes to an end, as Liverpool have no intention of parting ways with the defender.
According to Football Insider, Alexander-Arnold is indeed «very keen» to prolong his stay with the Anfield giants, whom he has represented for 20 years since joining as a schoolboy in 2004.
The report claims that the 25-year-old is «flattered» by Real Madrid's interest in his services, but he is not giving serious consideration to joining Los Blancos and hopes to find a swift agreement with Liverpool.
New sporting director Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards — who has returned to Liverpool's owners Fenway Sports Group as their new CEO of football — will supposedly have key roles to play in
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