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Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent John Alexander-Arnold is an English professional footballer who plays primarily as a right-back and, according to official club and national-team profiles, also as a midfielder for Real Madrid and the England national team.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold is an English professional footballer who plays as a right-back or midfielder for Real Madrid and the England national team. Born in Liverpool in 1998, he rose through Liverpool's academy and spent nearly a decade with the club before moving to Spain in 2025.

What it is

Trent Alexander-Arnold is a versatile footballer known for his attacking contributions from defence. He began his senior career at Liverpool in 2016, making 354 appearances and scoring 23 goals for the club. In 2025, he joined Real Madrid. He also represents England, having made his senior debut in June 2018.

Why it matters

Alexander-Arnold is widely regarded as one of the best right-backs of his generation, with a unique ability to create chances from deep positions. His move to Real Madrid in 2025 marked a significant shift in European football, and his continued presence in the England squad keeps him relevant to international competitions that Canadian fans may follow.

Key details

He won multiple major trophies with Liverpool, including the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Super Cup. Official profiles list him as a right-back, but England also lists him as a midfielder. He stands 175 cm tall and was born on 7 October 1998 in Liverpool.

In short

  • Trent Alexander-Arnold played for Liverpool from 2016 to 2025, making 354 senior appearances.
  • He joined Real Madrid in 2025 and continues to play for England.
  • His honours include the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup.
  • He is primarily a right-back but also plays as a midfielder.

Quick questions

Who is Trent Alexander-Arnold?
He is an English professional footballer who plays for Real Madrid and the England national team.
What position does he play?
He is primarily a right-back, though England’s profile also lists him as a midfielder.
What major trophies did he win with Liverpool?
His Liverpool honours include the Premier League, Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Super Cup.

Sources

  1. Liverpool FChttps://www.liverpoolfc.com/info/trent-alexander-arnold
    Supports: Senior career dates, appearances, goals, honours, and transfer to Real Madrid in 2025.
  2. England Footballhttps://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/squad/trent-alexander-arnold
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, preferred foot, current club, position, and senior England debut.
  3. Real Madrid C.F.https://www.realmadrid.com/en-US/football/first-team/players/trent-alexander-arnold
    Supports: Full name, birthplace, date of birth, and current club since 2025.
  4. BBC Sporthttps://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/44081528
    Supports: Liverpool debut, early club milestones, and England youth-level progression.