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      Real Madrid ‘tell Liverpool they want to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold’ and free transfer could be agreed within weeks

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      REAL MADRID have made it clear that they want to sign Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to reports.The Spanish giants are set to swoop for the Reds full-back, whose Anfield deal expires next summer.Trent Alexander-Arnold is being chased by Real MadridCredit: AlamyWith Alexander-Arnold’s contract winding down, Real Madrid will be free to begin negotiating a pre-contract with the full-back.According to talkSPORT, however, the reigning LaLiga champions have informed Liverpool of their intention to sign their academy graduate, in a bid to be respectful.Carlo Ancelotti’s side view Alexander-Arnold as a long-term successor to Dani Carvajal at right-back.Carvajal, 32, remains at the Bernabeu club but suffered an ACL injury last month.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLiverpool still hope to convince Alexander-Arnold to pen a new deal to stay at Anfield.But Real Madrid chiefs believe that they can lure the England star to Spain.One factor in their favour could be Alexander-Arnold’s friendship with Jude Bellingham.The pair have developed a close bond during various England camps.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlexander-Arnold has made 325 appearances for his boyhood club since debuting in 2016.He has played a major role in winning the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and two League Cups.How Liverpool’s Jude Bellingham plan backfired with Trent Alexander-ArnoldThe full-back has remained a key man under new boss Arne Slot, but is currently sidelined by a hamstring injury suffered earlier this month against Aston Villa.Alexander-Arnold could return from his lay-off against Manchester City on Sunday.Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk are also set to be out of contract at the end of the season.Salah, 32, even admitted last weekend that he was “more out than in” at Anfield.The Egyptian claims to have not yet been made an offer by the Reds.Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk is set to be out of contractCredit: Rex More

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      I’m a Ballon d’Or winner who had the world at my feet but I lost control of my career after bold transfer

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      MICHAEL OWEN believes he “lost control” of his career the moment he left Liverpool for Real Madrid.The former England international swapped Merseyside for Madrid in the summer of 2004 after eight goal-filled seasons with the Reds.Michael Owen joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2004 after eight seasons with LiverpoolCredit: PA:Empics SportSome of the Anfield faithful turned on the former academy star after his departureCredit: GETTYOwen believes his departure from the club was the moment he ‘lost control’ of his careerCredit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTDThe stunning move to the Bernabeu, however, didn’t go to plan as he failed to win a trophy in his sole season with the Galacticos, in which he scored 16 goals in 45 appearances.He returned to England the following summer for a four-season stint with Newcastle before a shock move to Liverpool’s bitter rivals Manchester United in July 2009.Some of the Kop faithful still resent Owen for joining the Red Devils, although the 44-year-old believes their resentment originally stemmed from him leaving Anfield in the first place.He told The Telegraph: “The moment I chose to go to Real Madrid I lost control of my career and what the perceptions of it are.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“I don’t love going to Anfield now because I know I am not loved back.”I tend to only go when I am working. It’s not that I dread going, but for a long time I used to bury my head when driving back to the academy to see friends.”I have told myself since, ‘I should not have been feeling like that.'”People say now, ‘It was because he signed for Manchester United.’ Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMichael Owen’s career statsLiverpool: 297 appearances – 158 goals & 49 assistsReal Madrid: 45 appearances – 16 goals & four assistsNewcastle United: 79 appearances – 30 goals & 2 assistsManchester United: 52 appearances – 17 goals & three assistsStoke City: Nine appearances – One goalClub Total: 483 appearances – 223 goals & 58 assistsEngland: 89 appearances: 40 goals & 12 assists”But the whole world knows there has been some history rewritten there.”There was resentment directed at me before then when I played for Newcastle, even though I had a clause in my Newcastle contract that I could re-sign for Liverpool every summer.Michael Owen heartbreakingly admits he prays every single night for cure for rare disease that has blinded his son James“The Manchester United aspect is now an easier stick to beat me with.”But when I came back to Anfield for the first time as a Newcastle player, there were a few hundred, possibly a thousand supporters, booing me.”I can’t forget how I, my parents, and my former Liverpool team-mates felt.”Everyone who understood and appreciated the reality of the situation was disappointed on my behalf.”Owen never had any ambitions of leaving Liverpool, let alone playing abroad, when he was at the peak of his powers.But he would have kicked himself had he not taken the opportunity to play for the European giants.The 2001 Ballon d’Or winner admitted: “I never had big ambitions to play abroad. “Really, but I fit the bill as the type of player they pursued.”If you are scoring goals, are a creative midfielder, or an amazing, unique type of right-back like Trent, you are seen as a marquee signing.“They wanted me with [Luís] Figo, [Zinedine] Zidane, Ronaldo and Roberto Carlos.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I looked at that and thought it would have been harder not to score.”I thought long and hard about leaving Liverpool, but in the end something inside told me I would regret it if I didn’t give it a go.”Michael Owen doesn’t ‘love going to Anfield’ any moreCredit: GETTY More

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      Man Utd ‘send scouts to watch £50million-rated Egypt star’ who Mo Salah ‘recommended Liverpool should sign’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Eintracht Frankfurt star Omar Marmoush, according to reports.The Egyptian, 25, has been in excellent form for the Bundesliga side this term.Omar Marmoush has impressed for Eintracht FrankfurtCredit: RexMarmoush has already attracted interest from Liverpool, with his international team-mate Mo Salah reportedly having recommended him to Anfield chiefs.According to Sky Sports Germany, however, Man Utd could swoop in ahead of the Reds.They claim that United chiefs have been keeping an eye on Marmoush, and that they could even make a move in January.New boss Ruben Amorim is not expected to have as much money to spend on reinforcements as predecessor Erik ten Hag.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut January recruits are possible, with Viktor Gyokeres a potential target.With Sporting set to demand £83million for the Swede, United could turn towards £50m-rated Marmoush as a cheaper alternative.The forward signed for Eintracht from Wolfsburg in 2023.Having scored 12 Bundesliga goals during his first campaign in Frankfurt, Marmoush has already nearly matched that tally this term.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe has netted 11 goals in as many games, also adding a further three in the Europa League.While Salah is claimed to have recommended his pal to Anfield bosses, Marmoush could even replace him at Liverpool.Manchester United vs Bodo/Glimt: Player RatingsThe winger’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and last weekend he claimed that he’s “more out than in” as he waits to be offered a new deal.Marmoush is able to play across the front line, a versatility that could appeal to both United and Liverpool.In addition to a forward, Amorim is also believed to covet a wing-back in January.The Red Devils have been linked with Wolves ace Rayan Ait-Nouri.Man Utd ratings vs Bodo/Glimt More

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      Liverpool and Real Madrid ‘to hold Trent Alexander-Arnold talks’ TODAY… hours before huge Champions League clash

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      LIVERPOOL and Real Madrid execs are reportedly set to hold talks over the transfer of Trent Alexander-Arnold today.Alexander-Arnold has been linked with a switch to the Spanish capital with his current deal at Liverpool set to expire this summer.Real Madrid are keen to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold from LiverpoolCredit: AlamyReal Madrid have arrived in Liverpool ahead of tonight’s Champions League league phase match between the two European giants.And according to Spanish outlet Marca, execs from both clubs have agreed to meet for lunch just over six hours before kick off.It’s suggested that the meeting in question will cover the possibility of Real Madrid signing long-term target Alexander-Arnold.The England right-back is hugely admired by Los Blancos and is widely reported to be the number one target for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut he is loved on Merseyside as an academy graduate who has helped the team with the Premier League, Champions league, FA Cup and League Cup since bursting into the first team.Marca claim that the relationship between Liverpool and Real Madrid is strong and that the Reds have already made contact with Real about their interest in Alexander-Arnold.No contract extension has been agreed between the ball-playing full-back and Liverpool, meaning an exit on a free transfer in the summer is still a very real possibility.And it’s reported that Real Madrid are hoping that Liverpool will be open to selling Alexander-Arnold in January in order to make some money from their star man.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAlexander-Arnold isn’t the only Liverpool superstar hurtling towards the end of his current terms with the club.Both Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah are heading into the final six months of their contracts with both players’ deals set to expire this summer.Jamie Carragher slams Mo Salah over ‘selfish’ interview after Liverpool star reveals he’s ‘more out than in’And Salah has even admitted he is “more out than in” with no contract offer on the table from Liverpool yet.He said: “Well, we are almost in December and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay in the club. I’m probably more out than in.”I’m not going to retire soon so I’m just playing, focusing on the season and I’m trying to win the Premier League and hopefully the Champions League as well.”I’m disappointed but we will see.”Liverpool face Real Madrid at Anfield tonight in a replay of the 2018 Champions League final.Arne Slot’s side will be hoping to keep their electric form going ahead of a tricky test against Pep Guardiola’s stumbling Man City on Sunday. More

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      How Liverpool replace Mo Salah – the five best options to succeed the record-breaking Egyptian King at Anfield

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      MO Salah is irreplaceable at Liverpool – but so were Kevin Keegan, Fernando Torres and Roberto Firmino.Salah is going to leave Anfield one day and if that day is soon, the Reds urgently need to find a player or players who can match the Egyptian winger’s incredible attacking contribution.Baring his soul – Mohamed Salah’s complaint about a lack of contract offer has Liverpool fans in a panicCredit: APWhen Keegan moved to Hamburg in 1977, Liverpool signed Kenny Dalglish from Celtic and the super Scot became a club legend as a player and manager.On the same transfer deadline day that Fernando Torres left for Chelsea for £50m, the Reds brought in Luis Suarez for £22.8 from Ajax.But the jury is still out on whether Darwin Nunez, who cost an initial £64m, will spearhead the club to the same level of achievement as previous No 9 Firmino.And finding someone to step into the shoes of Salah, Liverpool’s record Premier League and Champions League goalscorer, is arguably the greatest challenge Kop bosses have ever faced. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSalah’s contract situation puts his current employers in a tough situation.Chief executive of football Michael Edwards and director of football Richard Hughes will be doing their best to find a way to keep their main man at the club beyond next summer, when his existing contract expires.But regardless of the outcome of those negotiations, they will also have been working on a succession plan.Here SunSport looks at five leading pretenders to the throne of the Egyptian King.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMOHAMMED KUDUS – West HamThe Hammers’ left-footed Ghanaian international, 24, is probably the closest thing in the Premier League to a potential like-for-like replacement for Salah. Liverpool were sniffing around in the summer and are known to rate Kudus highly, although his numbers this season suffer badly from a five-game suspension. But reports of a release clause of £85m don’t help his cause when there may be better value elsewhere in the market.JOHAN BAKAYOKO – PSV EindhovenLeft-footed right winger? Check. Well-known to Arne Slot? Absolutely, after playing a big role in PSV dethroning Slot’s Feyenoord as Dutch champions. And an exciting young talent with the potential to become a superstar? At 21 and already a Belgium international, very much so. Bakayoko ticks a lot of boxes, including a contract that runs out in less than two years. PSV’s fee demands would determine how much of a gamble he is.KARIM-DAVID ADEYEMI – Borussia DortmundThe Reds have been keeping an eye on Adeyemi for a long time, since even before he joined Red Bull Salzburg as a 16 year old. After showing only flashes of his potential in his first two seasons at Dortmund, the Germany international, 22, really hit the ground running in this campaign before suffering an injury that has kept him out since October. His stats are miles off Salah’s – but so were Salah’s before he came to Liverpool.BRYAN MBEUMO – BrentfordThe least sexy option but could the versatile Cameroon international, 25, be the best? There are good reasons why Arsenal have also been linked with Mbeumo. He is tucked in just behind Erling Haaland and Salah this season in the race for the Golden Boot with eight goals, already almost matching his best Premier League tally. Would he get even better in a more front-foot team? With his contract up in 2026, it is a tempting punt.OMAR MARMOUSH – Eintracht FrankfurtWho better to replace the Egyptian King than his countryman, especially given the red-hot form he is in so far this season? READ MORE SUN STORIESWith 11 goals and seven assists in 11 Bundesliga matches, Marmoush is one of European football’s ’s hottest properties. Not being an out-and-out winger should not be a deal-breaker for a coach like Slot. But the price might be if competition for the 25 year old’s services proves really fierce. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo warned he risks being displaced as ‘biggest name’ in Saudi Pro League

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      MOHAMED SALAH would displace Cristiano Ronaldo as the biggest name in the Saudi Pro League if he makes the move from Liverpool, according to ex-Manchester United star Lee Sharpe.The 32-year-old’s Liverpool future is currently in doubt, with his contract set to expire next June.Mohamed Salah would become the biggest player in the Saudi Pro League if he joins, according to an ex-United starCredit: GettyCristiano Ronaldo is currently the face of the leagueCredit: ReutersOn Sunday he revealed he is yet to receive a new offer from the club.Salah even suggested he is more likely to leave than stay at Anfield come the end of the season.Following Liverpool’s 3-2 win over Southampton at St Mary’s, the winger said: “Well, we are almost in December and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay in the club. I’m probably more out than in.”I’m not going to retire soon so I’m just playing, focusing on the season and I’m trying to win the Premier League and hopefully the Champions League as well.Read More in Football”I’m disappointed but we will see.”Salah has been heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabia over the 18 months.Al-Ittihad pushed to sign him in a huge £170million transfer last summer, but Liverpool rejected the bid.With the winger potentially in line to leave Merseyside in a free transfer next year, he could be the subject of a huge transfer battle among several Saudi clubs.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSEx-United winger Lee Sharpe claims Salah is better than RonaldoCredit: GettyAnd if he were to join the star-studded Pro League, he would become the biggest name.That is according to ex-Man Utd winger Sharpe, who claims he would dominate the division.Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in tears as 39-year-old becomes first player EVER to score 900 goalsSharpe told Racing Tipster: “I can only imagine Mohamed Salah would go to Saudi Arabia, as I don’t think anyone else will be able to afford him.”There’s also nowhere else he could go in Europe that’s a bigger club, with a bigger fanbase, crowd and atmosphere than he has at Liverpool – he’s not going to go to Manchester United, that’s for sure!”He’ll likely just want to secure his future and have an easier life in Saudi.”If he did go there, he’d be the biggest player in the Saudi Pro League – he’s still young and fit enough to dominate.”We see Cristiano Ronaldo doing well over there, but I think Salah is a better player and a bigger name than him these days.”Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher admitted he was “disappointed” with Salah’s comments during an appearance on Monday Night Football.He said: “Of course, there’s been discussions. Right now, there’s obviously a big difference in valuation, how Salah and his agent value themselves, in terms of length of contract, and how Liverpool do. “So the reason Liverpool wouldn’t have offered a contract yet is because Mo Salah will turn it down.”They’re still in talks, I’m desperate for them to meet in the middle.  But I must say, I am very disappointed with Mo Salah. That interview last night…”Liverpool have Real Madrid in midweek and Manchester City next weekend. That’s the story for Liverpool right now. “And Mo Salah, we’re aware – certainly the local reporters near the club – that in seven years he’s stopped in the mixed zone twice.”That’s absolutely fine. But he stops for the third time away at Southampton on the back of winning Liverpool the game and putting that out.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If he continues to put comments out or his agent continues to put cryptic tweets out, that is selfish.”That’s thinking about themselves and not the football club.” More

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      Jamie Carragher slams Mo Salah over ‘selfish’ interview after Liverpool star reveals he’s ‘more out than in’

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      MOHAMED SALAH has been branded as “selfish” by Jamie Carragher after saying he was “more out than in” with his Liverpool future.The Reds’ Egyptian king conducted a rare interview in the mixed zone after his match-winning brace against Southampton on Sunday that sent Liverpool eight points clear at the top of the table.Jamie Carragher has slammed Mohamed Salah as ‘selfish’ after his contract commentsCredit: Sky SportsSalah said he was ‘more in than out’ regarding his Liverpool futureCredit: GettyHe said he was ‘disappointed’ to have not received any contract offersCredit: XSalah, whose contract at the club expires in the summer, was asked about his future but revealed he was disappointed he had not received any contract offers.He said: “Well, we are almost in December and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay in the club. I’m probably more out than in.”I’m not going to retire soon so I’m just playing, focusing on the season and I’m trying to win the Premier League and hopefully the Champions League as well.”I’m disappointed but we will see.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football following the interview, Kop icon Carragher said he was “disappointed” in the 32-year-old for his comments.He said: “Of course, there’s been discussions. “Right now, there’s obviously a big difference in valuation, how Salah and his agent value themselves, in terms of length of contract, and how Liverpool do. “So the reason Liverpool wouldn’t have offered a contract yet is because Mo Salah will turn it down. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”They’re still in talks, I’m desperate for them to meet in the middle. “But I must say, I am very disappointed with Mo Salah. That interview last night… Mo Salah admits he’s ‘more OUT than in’ as he piles pressure on Liverpool to offer him a new contract”Liverpool have Real Madrid in midweek and Manchester City next weekend. That’s the story for Liverpool right now. “And Mo Salah, we’re aware – certainly the local reporters near the club – that in seven years he’s stopped in the mixed zone twice. “That’s absolutely fine. “But he stops for the third time away at Southampton on the back of winning Liverpool the game and putting that out.”If he continues to put comments out or his agent continues to put cryptic tweets out, that is selfish. “That’s thinking about themselves and not the football club.”Salah has 12 goals in 18 games this season.Transfer interest in Salah is thought to be high, particularly from teams in the Saudi Pro League which previously saw a bid of £150million rejected.Having joined Liverpool from Roma in 2017, he has scored 223 goals and 99 assists in 367 appearances.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe is one of three major Liverpool stars out of contract next summer alongside Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk.The England international has remained quiet over his future amid interest from Real Madrid, while the Dutchman revealed talks over a new deal had recently started.Five Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More

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      Mo Salah admits he’s ‘more OUT than in’ as he piles pressure on Liverpool to offer him a new contract

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      MOHAMED SALAH has piled the pressure on Liverpool to offer him a new deal, saying he is “more out than in”.The Reds great, 32, revealed he is yet to be offered a new contract, with his current deal up in the summer.Mohamed Salah’s contract with Liverpool comes to an end next summerCredit: GETTYThe Egyptian has piled on the pressure for the Reds to offer him a deal by admitting he’s “more out than in”Credit: NBCSalah scored a brace at Southampton on Sunday to send Liverpool eight points clear at the top of the table before revealing his disappointment at not being offered a deal.He said: “Well, we are almost in December and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay in the club. I’m probably more out than in.”I’m not going to retire soon so I’m just playing, focusing on the season and I’m trying to win the Premier League and hopefully the Champions League as well. “I’m disappointed but we will see.”READ MORE ON SALAHSalah added: “I love the fans. The fans love me. In the end it is not in my hands or the fans’ hands. Let’s wait and see.”You know I have been in the club for many years. There is no club like this.”But in the end, it is not in my hands.”It is December and I haven’t received anything yet about my future.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFive Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack RosserThere is huge interest in the Egypt international from the Saudi Pro League, with Liverpool having rejected bids of up to £150million in the past.Asked about the prospect of moving to the Middle East, he said: “I don’t want to speak about that. Mo Salah appears to confirm Liverpool transfer exit live on Sky Sports after ripping Man Utd to shreds”I am focused with the team now.”I’m very professional. Everybody can see my work ethic.”I’m just trying to enjoy my football and I will play at the top level as long as possible.”I’m just doing my best because this is who I am and I try to give it all for myself and for the club. Mohamed Salah claims the Reds have yet to offer him a new dealCredit: REX”We will see what happens next.”Salah is one of three key men out of contract at Anfield in the summer, alongside Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold.READ MORE SUN STORIESVan Dijk revealed recently that talks had started over a new contract, while Alexander-Arnold has remained silent ahead of interest from Real Madrid – who visit Merseyside in the Champions League this week.Salah has a staggering 223 goals and 99 assists in 367 appearances for Liverpool.Mohamed Salah bagged a brace in Liverpool’s 3-2 win over Southampton last weekendCredit: AFP More