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REAL MADRID are in contact with Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold over a potential transfer.
Alexander-Arnold, 25, has a contract with the Reds until 2025 which means he could leave for free next year as he has yet to agree on an extension.
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According to BILD reporter Christian Falk, Real are monitoring the versatile full-back's situation and have developed a "concrete" interest.
The England international is also said to be interested in a move to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.
And Los Blancos have been in contact with Alexander-Arnold's camp for a whole month.
Carlo Ancelotti could do with a highly-rated right-back in Madrid with Dani Carvajal now 32 years old.
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Liverpool are set for a brand new era following Jurgen Klopp's departure in May after nine years at the helm.
Klopp's successor Arne Slot is facing a major task at Anfield this coming season.
And one of Slot's biggest challenges will be to hold on to Liverpool's biggest stars who may also be looking for new challenges after Klopp's exit.
Mohamed Salah's contract also runs out in 2025.
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And the club is braced for another astronomical bid from Saudi Arabia.
Alexander-Arnold has proven to be a key player for both Liverpool and England.
That is because he can also play in midfield for both club and country.
Alexander-Arnold amassed a total of three goals and nine assists in 37 appearances last season.