Trent Alexander-Arnold shows exactly why Real Madrid want him

Trent Alexander-Arnold was criticized for his defensive performance against Manchester United in the Premier League, despite Real Madrid attempting to bring him to La Liga in January.

And despite being eliminated in that match, boss Arne Slot offered the defender a captain’s place in the starting XI against Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup third round.

That faith was rewarded with a fine strike just before the half-time whistle, which you can watch below.

Even if the opposition comes from Ligue 2, it is clear that the technique was simply perfect.

In fact, of the players who have scored five or more goals for Liverpool in all competitions since the start of the Premier League, Trent Alexander-Arnold has scored the highest percentage from outside the box (76% – 16/21).

Regardless of where he might end up, Liverpool fans will have appreciated that of their Captain Fantastic.

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