The first Real Madrid player comments on the possibility of Trent Alexander-Arnold joining the club from Liverpool.

Real Madrid star Lucas Vazquez has become the first player from the Spanish club to publicly address rumors linking Trent Alexander-Arnold with a move to the Bernabeu.

The England international’s future has been a hot topic in 2025, as his Liverpool contract expires at the end of the season. According to reports from MARCA in Spain, Alexander-Arnold has already decided to leave Anfield and join Real Madrid on a free transfer. If true, he would follow Kylian Mbappe, who joined Madrid for free in 2024.

With uncertainty surrounding his own future, Vazquez addressed the speculation during discussions about a potential contract extension. “It’s too soon to speak… I’m enjoying this season. Nothing more to say on that. Trent Alexander-Arnold? You mention players who are not here. We’re fully focused on the games,” Vazquez told Fabrizio Romano.

Dani Carvajal’s injury and advancing age have seen Vazquez deployed as a right-back under Carlo Ancelotti, though Alexander-Arnold is reportedly expected to take over the position if he arrives.

However, Alexander-Arnold’s recent defensive performance in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Manchester United, analyzed on Sky Sports, raised concerns. Roy Keane was particularly critical, mocking the rumors linking the 26-year-old to Madrid.

“Talk about him going to Real Madrid—at this rate, he’s heading to Tranmere Rovers! He’s got to improve defensively,” Keane remarked. “United’s chances were far too easy. We praise Trent for his attacking skills, but his defending today was schoolbo

y level.”