England defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, who moved to Real Madrid, is rumored to be returning to Liverpool after struggling to perform in La Liga this season. Arnold was born on October 7, 1998, making him 27 years old. He grew up in Liverpool's youth system and scored 23 goals and provided 92 assists in 354 games for the first team, helping them win eight titles. Last season, he left Liverpool to join Real Madrid, but his appearances were limited in his first season, making just 21 appearances. He has not been able to secure a regular position this season, and as of the end of Round 10, he has appeared in six games and started only three.
Real Madrid's first choice right-back is midfielder Federico Valverde, second choice is defender Denzel Dumfries, and Arnold is positioned as third choice. Since Arnold's transfer, Liverpool's right-back position has been unstable, with defender Jeremy Frimpong injured and defender Conor Bradley on a long-term absence. Recently, defender Ronaldo Araujo, whose main job is to play CB, has made a good impression, but the team's full-back depth is thin.
Regarding rumors of a return to Liverpool, famous soccer journalist Guillem Balague commented, ``It is extremely unlikely that there will be any transfers this winter.'' Balague said, ``There won't be a January. He's thinking now, ``It's not my time, but it will come. I'll prepare for it.'''' Arnold is not depressed, he said. Furthermore, manager Mourinho has encouraged Arnold, ``Don't give up and keep going, opportunities will come.'' Arnold is said to have no intention of leaving the club as he wants to succeed at Real Madrid.
Arnold will continue to compete for a spot at Real Madrid, but it is unclear whether a return to Liverpool will actually happen. It will be interesting to see how his ranking and participation status change as the 2026-27 La Liga season progresses.