Trent Alexander-Arnold has reportedly told Liverpool’s hierarchy that he is ready to turn down a new contract and wants to join Spanish giants Real Madrid next summer in a massive blow to the Merseyside outfit.

Arne Slot had little interest in discussing the contract situation of his Liverpool stars after a comeback win over Leicester on Boxing Day. Liverpool moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 3-1 victory over Leicester,

Trent Alexander-Arnold will enter the final six months of his Liverpool contract when the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve. It is now three-and-a-half years since the Reds right-back signed his current deal in late July 2021.