In recent months, Trent Alexander-Arnold has been mentioned as a potential reinforcement for Barcelona. With his contract with Liverpool set to expire, the English full-back finds himself in a strong position: he will be able to negotiate freely with any club and move as a free agent at the end of the season.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper “El Nacional”, German coach Hansi Flick has firmly rejected this possibility, stating that Alexander-Arnold does not fit into his philosophy at Barcelona and that his signing is unnecessary, even if he is available on a free transfer.
Flick’s position is primarily due to the fact that, while Alexander-Arnold is regarded as an excellent full-back thanks to his accurate crossing and ability to create goalscoring opportunities, his style does not align with the defensive approach that Flick is seeking to implement at Barcelona.
The German coach prefers a more disciplined and less risky defensive style, which has been questioned in Alexander-Arnold’s performances on several occasions. Flick believes that the defensive balance achieved with Koundé is the most important factor in the team’s stability, and he is unwilling to risk disrupting that balance.
Given these developments, it seems that Alexander-Arnold’s future may take another direction, towards Real Madrid. There are indications from the Madrid side that they are interested in the English full-back, and it seems this could be the best destination for him if he decides to move to La Liga.
With Real Madrid’s defense developing and the need to strengthen the right-back position, the club could benefit from Alexander-Arnold’s attacking capabilities and experience in major competitions.
The rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid in this deal could also heighten the excitement, especially if Real Madrid succeeds in signing a player who was once a prominent target for Barcelona.
With Flick ruling out this move, Alexander-Arnold now has the freedom to consider other offers, and it seems that Real Madrid could be his next destination in Spain. If this happens, the deal will add a new chapter to the historic rivalry between the two clubs, fueling the excitement for the upcoming season.