Trent Alexander-Arnold
RMA
RB (RWB)
Possession Builder
Oct 7, 1998 (27)
Right
5'11"
148 lb
Real MadridWill face increased competition
Alexander-Arnold will face an even bigger fight to hold onto his starting spot at Real Madrid next season after the club agreed a deal to sign Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan, according to the Liverpool Echo.
Analysis: Alexander-Arnold endured a difficult debut campaign at the Santiago Bernabeu, managing no goals from 14 shots and four assists from 40 chances created across 30 appearances in all competitions, and was left out of England's World Cup squad entirely by manager Thomas Tuchel, missing out on the tournament altogether. Dani Carvajal's departure at the end of the season had appeared to open the door for Alexander-Arnold to become Real's undisputed right back, but the club's move for Denzel Dumfries now sets up a fresh battle for the starting role. With Dumfries unlikely to arrive as a backup, Alexander-Arnold will need to rediscover his best form quickly to avoid starting next season on the sidelines both for club and country.
Sits out finale through illness
Alexander-Arnold is unavailable for Saturday's season finale against Athletic due to illness.
Analysis: Alexander-Arnold failed to recover from a flu that caused him to miss the latest training session, ruling him out of the squad entirely. The right back was not expected to start regardless, with Dani Carvajal set to be handed a farewell appearance in his final game for the Merengues. Alexander-Arnold closes the curtain on a below-par first season, registering no goals from 14 shots but chipping in with four assists from 40 chances created across 30 appearances, starting 22 of those.
Misses training, doubtful Saturday
Alexander-Arnold (undisclosed) did not train Friday and could miss Saturday's season finale against Athletic Club, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Alexander-Arnold's potential absence would have a limited impact on the starting lineup given that Dani Carvajal has been named as the starter at right-back for what will be his final appearance in a Real Madrid shirt. If the Englishman cannot feature, he would end his debut season at the Santiago Bernabeu with five assists, 40 chances created, 167 crosses and 30 tackles across 30 appearances (22 starts) in all competitions, a solid if injury-interrupted first campaign that will give him a strong foundation to build on heading into the 2026/27 season.
Registers most crosses
Alexander-Arnold generated two shots (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 2-0 win versus Oviedo.
Analysis: Alexander-Arnold registered the most crosses in the game, created a chance, and made two clearances. This was his sixth consecutive start; during this span, he completed four full 90-minute matches and received three yellow cards.
14 crosses in away win
Alexander-Arnold had 14 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Espanyol. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.
Analysis: Alexander-Arnold attempted 14 crosses as Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-0, but was unable to provide an assist. He also took six corners. The defender has provided four assists this season, starting 12 of his 18 matches. He has started the last three La Liga games, playing the full 90 in the last two. This is the first time this season that he has played 90 minutes in two La Liga games in a row.
Crossing threat in draw
Alexander-Arnold recorded nine crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Friday's 1-1 draw against Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minute.
Analysis: Alexander-Arnold could've had an assist after Kylian Mbappe (hamstring) scored in the second half, but the goal was ruled out. The Englishman was a steady crossing threat on the right side for Los Merengues, and that ability to push forward and create for his teammates boosts his fantasy upside, as he not only depends on his defensive ability to make an impact.
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