Reports have emerged that Real Madrid has confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold will remain at the club.

According to a report by British media outlet TeamTalk on the 9th (Korean time), manager Jose Mourinho views Alexander-Arnold as a key figure in his tactical setup. Believing that the player can contribute to the team's title challenge, it has been reported that there are no plans to sell him.

Alexander-Arnold had recently faced uncertainty over his standing within Real Madrid. Last season, a combination of injuries and poor form led to underwhelming performances, and he lost the starting role battle with veteran Dani Carvajal. Additionally, various transfer rumors surrounding his future emerged as Real Madrid considered offloading Carvajal and signing Denzel Dumfries.

Amidst these circumstances, Alexander-Arnold is experiencing a very different reality from his past glory. Among Liverpool fans and club figures, there are even voices calling for his return. As a product of the Liverpool youth academy, he won multiple trophies, including the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League, helping to spearhead the club's golden era. He was a player whose deep loyalty to Liverpool was recognized to the extent that he joined the leadership group at a young age.

However, leaving behind his development and the unwavering support of the fans at Liverpool, he transferred to Real Madrid ahead of last season. This decision was in stark contrast to his past declarations of being 'Liverpool for life,' and Liverpool fans felt deeply betrayed, leading them to criticize him. Currently, among Liverpool supporters, his name has become something of a taboo.

Nevertheless, Real Madrid plans to continue utilizing Alexander-Arnold as a key player. Manager Mourinho has high expectations that he will regain his top form this season and play a crucial role in helping the team secure major trophies.