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      Trent Alexander-Arnold ‘remembers NOTHING of Man Utd clash as mind was in such a blur after Real Madrid transfer bid’

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD “remembers nothing” of his erratic performance against Manchester United earlier this season.The Liverpool star, 26, has confirmed that he will leave Anfield at the end of the season.Trent Alexander-Arnold had an afternoon to forget against Man UtdCredit: AFPAlexander-Arnold, 26, ‘remembers nothing’ of his performance against the Red DevilsCredit: GettySpeculation over the full-back’s future has been rife all season, given that his contract is set expire at the end of June.It is widely expected that Alexander-Arnold will pen a six-year contract with Real Madrid.The England star has mulled over his decision for much of this season.In January, Alexander-Arnold was the subject of a £20million bid from Real Madrid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAccording to the Telegraph, the offer sent the Liverpool hometown hero’s mind “into a blur”.They add that Alexander-Arnold has since told pals that he “remembers nothing” about his performance against Man Utd at the time.As it happened, the right-back had a day to forget in the 2-2 draw, making an error leading to Lisandro Martinez’s goal.Following that match, it’s said that Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes called Alexander-Arnold to check if he was alright.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlexander-Arnold went on to confirm his decision not to sign a new contract during the March international break, when he informed boss Arne Slot.With his manager and team-mates having already been told, the Liverpool academy graduate put out a message to fans earlier today.Inside raucous Liverpool dressing room as Trent Alexander-Arnold leads celebrations and Darwin Nunez smokes a cigarAlexander-Arnold’s emotional statement read: “After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.”This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.”I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this yet, but it was always my intention to keep my full focus on the team’s best interests, which was securing No.20.”This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years.”From the Academy right through until now, the support and love I have felt from everyone inside and outside of the club will stay with me forever. I will forever be in debt to you all.”But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.’MY LOVE FOR THIS CLUB WILL NEVER DIE'”I’ve given my all every single day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel like I’ve given back to you during my time here.”From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my team-mates, the staff and our incredible supporters – for the last 20 years.”I’ve been blessed enough to live out my dreams here and I will never, ever take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived through with you all.”My love for this club will never die.”Liverpool’s club statement was rather more blunt.It read: “Trent Alexander-Arnold has informed Liverpool FC of his intention to leave the club this summer upon the expiry of his current contract.Read More on The Sun”The 26-year-old will bring his two-decade-long association with the Reds to an end having made the decision to depart Anfield once his deal ceases on June 30, 2025.”Alexander-Arnold has won two Premier League titles, and FA Cup, League Cup, Club World Cup, Uefa Super Cup and Champions League with his boyhood club. More

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      Premier League set for major broadcasting changes including cameramen allowed on PITCH during matches

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      PREMIER LEAGUE broadcasts are set to allow cameramen on the pitch, according to reports.Several changes will come into place when the new TV deal kicks in next season.Cameramen will be allowed to enter the pitch to record celebrationsCredit: GettyOne innovation will change how fans get to see goal celebrations.Previously, cameramen were banned from entering the field of play.According to the Mail, they will now be allowed to do so in order to film players celebrating.With the new domestic TV deal worth a record £6.7billion, Prem chiefs are hoping to make innovations in order to add more value to broadcasters.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA further change will affect press box etiquette.Commentators and pundits will now be allowed to record their in-game reactions.The new deal will come into effect at the start of next season and run through to the end of the 2028-29 campaign.It will see 270 games broadcast live, with the BBC continuing to air Match of the Day.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSky Sports purchased four of the five packages available and in a major change, will now be able to broadcast all Sunday 2pm kick-offs.TNT Sports, meanwhile, will show all Saturday 12.30pm matches in addition to two full mid-week rounds of games.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals just THREE Man Utd players have spoken to him since he was sackedAll final day matches will be shown by Sky Sports.Previous rights holder Amazon Prime Video will no longer carry Prem matches.Games will no longer be broadcast on Prime Video from next seasonCredit: Rex More

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      ‘It was meant to be’ – Fans convinced Alexander-Arnold was destined for Real Madrid transfer from first ever Insta post

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      LIVERPOOL’S departing star Trent Alexander-Arnold’s first ever Instagram post involved Real Madrid… 11 years before his impending move to the Santiago Bernabeu.Alexander-Arnold, 26, officially announced he will be leaving Anfield when his contract expires in an emotional statement on Monday.Trent Alexander-Arnold announced he is leaving Liverpool amid interest from Real MadridAlexander-Arnold’s first ever Instagram post was about RealFans believe it’s Alexander-Arnold’s destiny to play for RealHe is now set to join Real Madrid on a free transfer following the Spaniards’ very public pursuit this season.And fans have spotted a major clue that he always dreamed of turning out for Los Blancos on his social media channels.That’s because in his first-ever Instagram post, Alexander-Arnold uploaded a training snap from the Bernabeu with the Liverpool squad from the 2014-15 season.The Merseysiders were visiting Real for a Champions League clash in the group stage and the right-back was included in Brendan Rodgers’ side on a supporting capacity at the age of 16.Read More on FootballThe defender uploaded a photo showing him and then team-mates Rickie Lambert and Raheem Sterling practising on the pitch he may soon call home.Alexander-Arnold included the following caption: “Training at the Bernabeu.”And now some fans insist it was written in the stars as they revisited the pic and stormed social media.One fan tweeted: “It was meant to be.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnother commented: “Destined to be a Madridista.”A third wrote: “Born to play for Real Madrid.”Inside raucous Liverpool dressing room as Trent Alexander-Arnold leads celebrations and Darwin Nunez smokes a cigarWhat happened to the Englishmen who joined Real Madrid?TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD looks set to join Real Madrid this summer and will join an exclusive club to pull on the famous white jersey.So had did those who came before him get on?LAURIE CUNNINGHAM (1979-1984)Real Madrid splashed out £950,000 to sign Cunningham from West Brom in 1979.As one of the “Three Degrees” alongside Cyrille Regis and Brendon Batson, Cunningham had left an unforgettable mark at the Hawthorns.The left winger became an instant hit in the Spanish capital, scoring twice on his debut.Cunningham helped his side to the LaLiga title in 1980, and played in the European Cup final against Liverpool the following year.Following a loan spell with Manchester United, Cunningham moved to Marseille in 1984.Having played for Leicester, Charleroi and Wimbledon, Cunningham returned to Madrid with Rayo Vallecano in 1988.The following year he tragically died in a car crash in the city aged just 33.STEVE MCMANAMAN (1999-2003)Like Alexander-Arnold is set to, McManaman left boyhood club Liverpool for the bright lights of Madrid in 1999.A silky winger, McManaman proved to be a hit in Madrid.The Bernabeu crowd immediately took to their new English hero, with his floppy hair and nonchalant flair.McManaman helped Real win six trophies in four years, and scored his side’s second goal in their victorious 2000 Champions League final.He went on to leave Madrid in 2003, spending the final two years of his career with Manchester City.After hanging up his boots, McManaman worked as a pundit for Setanta Sports, BT Sport and ESPN.Now 53, he can regularly be seen on TNT Sports’ football coverage, especially when Liverpool or Real Madrid are playing.DAVID BECKHAM (2003-2007)In 2003, Real Madrid made Manchester United superstar Beckham their latest Galactico.Golden Balls joined a squad boasting the likes of Ronaldo, Raul, Zinedine Zidane and Roberto Carlos in the Spanish capital.Despite his love for high-end fashion and the celebrity lifestyle, Beckham became much beloved in Spain for his incredible work rate, professionalism and of course, quality.Despite boasting a star-studded squad, the fabled La Decima – a tenth Champions League triumph – eluded Real Madrid during his four-year stint.He didn’t leave empty-handed, however, winning the LaLiga title in 2007 before leaving for LA Galaxy.Since Beckham hung up his boots in 2013 he has continued to have several endorsement deals; including the likes of Adidas, Armani, Pepsi and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.Beckham, 49, also owns MLS side Inter Miami, and played a big role in their groundbreaking deal for Lionel Messi in 2023.MICHAEL OWEN (2004-2005)Like McManaman before him, Owen quit Liverpool for Real Madrid.But the former Ballon d’Or winner endured a frustrating season at the Bernabeu, finding himself stuck behind Ronaldo and Raul.Twelve months on from Owen’s £8million switch, Real Madrid doubled their money by flogging him to Newcastle.Owen then spent three years with Liverpool’s rivals Man Utd, before one final year at Stoke.Immediately after hanging up his boots, Owen signed up to be BT Sport’s primary co-commentator upon the channel’s launch.In addition to his punditry work, the former striker has enjoyed several other ventures.Owen, 45, has his own clothing range with Peacocks, while he also appeared on The Masked Singer.JONATHAN WOODGATE (2004-2007)Woodgate endured one of the most infamous debuts of all time after switching Newcastle for Real Madrid in 2004.The luckless defender went through injury hell following the £13.4m transfer, having to wait 17 months before playing his first game.Just 25 minutes in, the England international headed into his own net. Things then got even worse when he was sent off just after the hour mark.Woodgate played just 14 times that season, before a loan move to Middlesbrough effectively ended his Real Madrid career.After signing permanently for Boro, Woody earned a move to Tottenham in January 2008. He won the League Cup barely a month later, and remains the last Spurs player to score a winning goal in a cup final.Following spells with Stoke and back at Middlesbrough, Woodgate retired in 2016.He has since gone into coaching, managing Boro and Bournemouth.Woodgate, 45, returned to Middlesbrough once again in 2022, where he works as a first team coach under Michael Carrick.JUDE BELLINGHAM (2023-present)England superstar Bellingham sealed a blockbuster £115m transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Real Madrid in the summer of 2023.The move has been a resounding success, with the midfielder immediately excelling in Spain.Bellingham scored on his debut, and went on net five times in his first four LaLiga matches.The image of the 21-year-old with his arms outstretched has quickly become an iconic one.Birmingham’s finest has already won LaLiga and the Champions League during his young career.And with Alexander-Arnold soon to be alongside him, Bellingham will feel that he can add plenty more to his already impressive trophy tally.This fan said: “It was written.”And that one posted: “Feels like fate.”Alexander-Arnold wasn’t involved in that match against Real, who won 1-0 thanks to Karim Benzema’s winner.Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool exit interviewTRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD spoke to Liverpool’s in-house club media to explain his decision to leave Anfield.Here are the key parts…I think first and foremost, I want to say it’s not an easy decision and there’s a lot of thought and feeling that has gone into it. I’ve been here 20 years now, loved every single minute of it, achieved all my dreams, achieved everything I’ve ever wanted to here. Giving everything day in, day out for 20 years, I’ve got to a point now where I feel like I need a change, a new challenge for me as a player and as a person. And I think now is the right time for me to do that.Obviously there’s been a lot of noise around what the decision was going to be and how that was going to look. I know a lot of people will say I should have said sooner, a lot of people will say maybe I waited for the right time. But I felt personally the focus should always be on the pitch.I’ve got full confidence in the manager and the staff and the club going forward. It’s not about me thinking we’re not going to fight for titles or fight for trophies season in, season out… it was never about not having confidence in that, it just boiled down to what I felt I needed, and that is a change.Growing up, seeing players leave that I’ve loved watching and have helped the team win trophies, you feel a connection to the players that you watch, especially when they bring success to the club as well. So, I completely understand the feelings that go with that and I’ve felt it myself so I completely understand that the news will disappoint a lot of people, will anger people, it will make them upset. Obviously that went into the decision as well – it’s something you don’t want to do, you don’t want to ever have these moments where you feel like you’re letting a lot of people down, you’re disappointing a lot of people. But I’ve had to make a decision for me, it’s as simple as that. It’s a difficult one, it’s one that has played on my mind for a long time but being able now to get it off my chest will feel like a weight is lifted. And I think it’s important for the fans to know where I stand and know what the truth is.I fell in love with the club from a very, very young age and that’s something that has grown and grown day in, day out. This club has given me the opportunities to achieve everything beyond my wildest dreams. I can never repay enough of what’s been given to me and I don’t take it for granted at all. I’ve given everything every single day for 20 years now. I’ve sacrificed everything. I know the news will take a bit of time to set in and people won’t be happy and they’ll be disappointed. At the end of the day, you can be angry and hurt at me but I just hope that the lads, the rest of the team, the staff, everyone else is able to feel how good a season this has been and able to feel the love and support from the fans as they have done all season.There’s no doubt about it, I’ll be back – I’d love one day to be able to bring my kids to Anfield and show them that that’s where I’ve played and show them the videos and highlights of what we were able to achieve together. So just a huge thank you for that, thank you for everything you’ve ever done for me. Thank you for the support, thank you for the love that I’ve always felt, thank you for always having my back. I will always love the club, I will always love the people of the club, I will always love the fans and the supporters. Even though I’m leaving as player, as a fan I’ll always be a Liverpool fan. More

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      The exact moment Trent Alexander-Arnold told Arne Slot he was leaving Liverpool as details of exit emerge

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      LIVERPOOL’S departing star Trent Alexander-Arnold told manager Arne Slot he is leaving Anfield back in March.Alexander-Arnold, 26, announced today he will be exiting the Reds in June when his contract expires after 20 years at the club.Trent Alexander-Arnold told Liverpool boss Arne Slot he is leaving in MarchAlexander-Arnold officially announced he is leaving Liverpool todayAlexander-Arnold issued a heartfelt farewell to Liverpool fansAccording to The Athletic, however, the full-back’s mind was made up two months ago during the international break.The England international wasn’t included in Thomas Tuchel’s first squad due to an ankle injury and instead held showdown talks with Slot, 46, in his office at the Reds’ Kirkby training complex.That was when TAA told the Dutch tactician that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season as he needed to step out of his comfort zone and pursue a new challenge.Slot expressed his disappointment but respected his decision telling him: “You’re a huge part of this team and let’s end it on a high together.”Read More on FootballThe ex-Feyenoord boss reassured him he will feature in his plans once he was fit, which delighted Alexander-Arnold who promised: “My mindset and commitment won’t change. I’ll continue to give everything for this club until the final day.”It was around the same time when the right-back’s representative formally informed the Merseysiders’ sporting director Richard Hughes that his client wouldn’t be signing a new contract.Hughes wasn’t surprised as talks over an extension had effectively ended earlier that month.Alexander-Arnold decided to keep the whole situation under wraps as he didn’t want the focus to shift from the team’s bid to win their 20th league title.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSQuestions have risen as to why the Liverpool academy graduate is leaving as a free agent.The same source claims the defender expected the club to open talks for a new deal before the start of the 2023-24 season, but that never happened.Inside raucous Liverpool dressing room as Trent Alexander-Arnold leads celebrations and Darwin Nunez smokes a cigarA major upheaval took place behind the scenes last term as then sporting director Julian Ward stepped down just a year after succeeding Michael Edwards. Liverpool gave the job to Jorg Schmadtke on an interim basis but he didn’t prioritise contract renewals and instead focused on new signings as the team needed a midfield rebuild.Trent’s situation got even more complicated in November 2023 when then-manager Jurgen Klopp stunned the club’s bigwigs by notifying them about his decision to depart at the end of the season.Everything stopped then as everyone was searching for clarity regarding the post-Klopp era after the German tactician’s stunning nine-year spell at the helm.A while later, Hughes joined from Bournemouth but his priority was to find a new manager.Talks with Alexander-Arnold finally commenced in late April last year with an opening offer made before the end of that month. Wanting something newThe England star understood why it had taken Liverpool so long to come to the table, but as he approached his final year he started to wonder whether the 2024-25 season could be his last for the club.Alexander-Arnold’s decision was complicated by his good relationship with Slot.However, Real Madrid – who now pose as TAA’s likeliest destination – are offering a very unique opportunity.The player has always carried the ambition of becoming the first ever full-back to win the Ballon d’Or and a move to Real certainly makes that a possibility.It is understood money was never an issue, with Liverpool having made it clear they were willing to make Alexander-Arnold the highest-paid defender in the Premier League in “cordial and constructive” talks.Alexander-Arnold remained fully committed to the Reds’ bid of winning the title.Saying goodbyeAnd it showed by the way he passionately celebrated the first Prem title won in front of fans after last month’s 5-1 victory over Tottenham at the Kop.Nevertheless, his decision was made and he issued a heartfelt farewell.Alexander-Arnold told the fans: “After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.”This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.”I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this yet, but it was always my intention to keep my full focus on the team’s best interests, which was securing No20.”This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years.’Thank you'”From the Academy right through until now, the support and love I have felt from everyone inside and outside of the club will stay with me forever. I will forever be in debt to you all.”But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.”I’ve given my all every single day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel like I’ve given back to you during my time here.”From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my teammates, the staff and our incredible supporters – for the last 20 years.”I’ve been blessed enough to live out my dreams here and I will never, ever take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived through with you all. “My love for this club will never die.”While a club statement from Liverpool read: “Trent Alexander-Arnold has informed Liverpool FC of his intention to leave the club this summer upon the expiry of his current contract.Read More on The Sun”The 26-year-old will bring his two-decade-long association with the Reds to an end having made the decision to depart Anfield once his deal ceases on June 30, 2025.”Adding: “Alexander-Arnold will depart with our gratitude and appreciation for his contribution during a sustained period of success.” More

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      ‘People won’t be happy’ – Watch Trent Alexander-Arnold’s emotional goodbye in full as he announces Liverpool exit

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD admitted “people won’t be happy” about his decision to leave Liverpool.The Liverpool right-back, 26, confirmed on Monday morning he will walk away from his boyhood club when his contract expires at the end of the season.Trent Alexander-Arnold confirmed he is leaving Liverpool at the end of the seasonCredit: RexThe defender admitted some ‘people will not be happy’ about the decisionCredit: X @TrentAAThe announcement came a week after he helped secure a second Premier League title for the Reds against Tottenham.Alexander-Arnold also won the Champions League, the FA Cup, the League Cup, the Super Cup and the Club World Cup after making his professional debut for Liverpool in 2016, aged 18.But after Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk decided to stay at Anfield and sign new contracts, Alexander-Arnold feels now is the time for a new challenge. However, he acknowledged that will not go down well with some.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe defender – who joined Liverpool aged six – said: “I know the news will take a bit of time to set in and people won’t be happy and they’ll be disappointed. “At the end of the day, you can be angry and hurt at me.”But I just hope that the lads, the rest of the team, the staff, everyone else is able to feel how good a season this has been and able to feel the love and support from the fans as they have done all season.”I’ve been a fan of this club my whole life, it has given me the opportunity to go and do everything I’ve done, to achieve everything. So, I understand that. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Growing up, seeing players leave that I’ve loved watching and have helped the team win trophies, you feel a connection to the players that you watch, especially when they bring success to the club as well. “So, I completely understand the feelings that go with that and I’ve felt it myself so I completely understand that the news will disappoint a lot of people, will anger people, it will make them upset.Inside raucous Liverpool dressing room as Trent Alexander-Arnold leads celebrations and Darwin Nunez smokes a cigar”Obviously that went into the decision as well – it’s something you don’t want to do, you don’t want to ever have these moments where you feel like you’re letting a lot of people down, you’re disappointing a lot of people.”Much of the season has been spent with questions swirling over Alexander-Arnold’s future.Real Madrid considered trying to sign him in January.But he decided to stay put to see out the campaign and bows out with another Premier League winner’s medal.He confessed there was “one hundred per cent a massive possibility” that he ended up signing a new deal at Anfield to continue working under Arne Slot. Now, though, Alexander-Arnold is widely expected to sign for Los Blancos, with reports he has already agreed a five-year contract worth £240,000 per week at the Bernabeu. For now, though, he revealed that confirming his exit feels like a “weight lifted”.Alexander-Arnold added: “I’ve had to make a decision for me, it’s as simple as that. “It’s a difficult one, it’s one that has played on my mind for a long time but being able now to get it off my chest will feel like a weight is lifted. “And I think it’s important for the fans to know where I stand and know what the truth is.”NO LIV LOST?Liverpool, though, released a blunt statement to announce the news of their local star’s departure. The club said: “Trent Alexander-Arnold has informed Liverpool FC of his intention to leave the club this summer upon the expiry of his current contract.”The 26-year-old will bring his two-decade-long association with the Reds to an end having made the decision to depart Anfield once his deal ceases on June 30, 2025…”Alexander-Arnold joined Liverpool’s Academy at the age of six and progressed through the ranks at youth level before making his senior debut in 2016.”He has gone on to make 352 appearances for the Reds to date, scoring 23 goals and lifting eight major honours, including this season’s Premier League title…”Alexander-Arnold will depart with our gratitude and appreciation for his contribution during a sustained period of success.”Despite the possible slightly acrimonious separation, Alexander-Arnold insists he still loves the club and the city – and hopes one day to bring his kids to Anfield. The 33-cap England man continued: “It’s very emotional for me because the club, the city, the fans, the people have given me things that I could never have dreamt of in my wildest dreams. “I’ll never forget it and I can’t thank everyone enough for the support, the belief, the amazing moments we’ve had.”Even though I’m leaving as player, as a fan I’ll always be a Liverpool fan.Read More on The Sun”The love I have for this club will never leave, it will never diminish. I will love it forever. “There’s no doubt about it, I’ll be back – I’d love one day to be able to bring my kids to Anfield and show them that that’s where I’ve played and show them the videos and highlights of what we were able to achieve together.”Alexander-Arnold joined the Liverpool academy aged sixCredit: X @TrentAAThe defender helped secure his and Liverpool’s second Premier League titleCredit: EPAHis trophy cabinet also includes a Champions League winner’s medalCredit: PA:Press AssociationTrent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool exit interviewTRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD spoke to Liverpool’s in-house club media to explain his decision to leave Anfield.Here are the key parts…I think first and foremost, I want to say it’s not an easy decision and there’s a lot of thought and feeling that has gone into it. I’ve been here 20 years now, loved every single minute of it, achieved all my dreams, achieved everything I’ve ever wanted to here. Giving everything day in, day out for 20 years, I’ve got to a point now where I feel like I need a change, a new challenge for me as a player and as a person. And I think now is the right time for me to do that.Obviously there’s been a lot of noise around what the decision was going to be and how that was going to look. I know a lot of people will say I should have said sooner, a lot of people will say maybe I waited for the right time. But I felt personally the focus should always be on the pitch.I’ve got full confidence in the manager and the staff and the club going forward. It’s not about me thinking we’re not going to fight for titles or fight for trophies season in, season out… it was never about not having confidence in that, it just boiled down to what I felt I needed, and that is a change.Growing up, seeing players leave that I’ve loved watching and have helped the team win trophies, you feel a connection to the players that you watch, especially when they bring success to the club as well. So, I completely understand the feelings that go with that and I’ve felt it myself so I completely understand that the news will disappoint a lot of people, will anger people, it will make them upset. Obviously that went into the decision as well – it’s something you don’t want to do, you don’t want to ever have these moments where you feel like you’re letting a lot of people down, you’re disappointing a lot of people. But I’ve had to make a decision for me, it’s as simple as that. It’s a difficult one, it’s one that has played on my mind for a long time but being able now to get it off my chest will feel like a weight is lifted. And I think it’s important for the fans to know where I stand and know what the truth is.I fell in love with the club from a very, very young age and that’s something that has grown and grown day in, day out. This club has given me the opportunities to achieve everything beyond my wildest dreams. I can never repay enough of what’s been given to me and I don’t take it for granted at all. I’ve given everything every single day for 20 years now. I’ve sacrificed everything. I know the news will take a bit of time to set in and people won’t be happy and they’ll be disappointed. At the end of the day, you can be angry and hurt at me but I just hope that the lads, the rest of the team, the staff, everyone else is able to feel how good a season this has been and able to feel the love and support from the fans as they have done all season.There’s no doubt about it, I’ll be back – I’d love one day to be able to bring my kids to Anfield and show them that that’s where I’ve played and show them the videos and highlights of what we were able to achieve together. So just a huge thank you for that, thank you for everything you’ve ever done for me. Thank you for the support, thank you for the love that I’ve always felt, thank you for always having my back. I will always love the club, I will always love the people of the club, I will always love the fans and the supporters. Even though I’m leaving as player, as a fan I’ll always be a Liverpool fan. More

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      ‘The GOAT in LaLiga’ – Man Utd flop Antony leaves fans stunned with another last-minute worldie winner

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      MANCHESTER UNITED flop Antony scored a last-gasp winning stunner as he continues to shine while on loan at Real Betis.The winger joined United in 2022 after a whopping £86million deal with Ajax but never lived up to expectations as he only managed a mere total of 12 goals and five assists in 96 appearances.Manchester United flop Antony scored a worldie for Real Betis against EspanyolAntony continues to shine while on loan at Betis from Man UtdThat led Man Utd shipping the struggling 25-year-old out on loan as he fell out of favour in November once manager Ruben Amorim replaced the man who brought him to Old Trafford, Erik ten Hag.But the Brazil international has been a revelation in LaLiga ever since linking up with Betis as he has already registered seven goals and four assists in 20 appearances.Antony’s stunning form continued on Sunday as he led Manuel Pellegrini’s side to a dramatic 2-1 victory at Espanyol.The game was tied after the Brazilian’s team-mate and ex-Tottenham ace Giovani Lo Celso cancelled out Roberto Fernandez’s opener.Read More on Man Utd And so the ex-Ajax star took it upon himself during the first minute of stoppage time.The forward drove the ball from the right wing and found the space to fire an incredible curling shot with his left foot just outside the area that gave Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia no chance.Man Utd fans watched in awe with many still arguing they’re missing out on a talented player.Many have continuously suggested the Red Devils were wrong to offload Antony as he could have helped them during their worst ever Premier League season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOne fan tweeted: “Jokes apart he is actually the Goat in LaLiga.”Another commented: “Pick that out, I am absolutely loving his form in Spain.”Antony shows his excitement as he joins Real Betis A third gasped: “Bloody hell.”This fan said: “Bro is just scoring bangers every week.”And that one wrote: “@ManUtd could do with a player like this!” More

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      ‘It would be unfair’ – Premier League legend says Man Utd and Tottenham ‘don’t deserve’ to play in Champions League

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Tottenham “absolutely” do not deserve to play in the Champions League next season.That is according to an Arsenal legend who insists it would be “unfair” if either United or Spurs win the Europa League this month.Man Utd don’t deserve to play in the Champions League next season, according to a Prem legendThe Arsenal legend makes the same claim about TottenhamEmmanuel Petit believes none of the Premier League clubs deserve to win the Europa LeagueMan Utd and the North Londoners are the absolute favourites to compete in the final on May 21 at San Mames after dominating Athletic Bilbao and Bodo/Glimt respectively in the first leg of the semi-finals.The Red Devils destroyed Bilbao 3-0 in Spain on Thursday and dealt Ernesto Valverde’s side a devastating blow in heir hopes of playing in the final that takes place in their own stadium later this month.And Tottenham defeated Bodo/Glimt 3-1 in London and now need to survive the Norwegian outfit’s artificial pitch that has claimed so many other big names this season.Emmanuel Petit admits the Premier League duo have a massive chance to save their “terrible” season.Read More on Man UtdThe Manchester giants are set for their worst ever Prem finish as they are currently 15th in the table with Spurs below them.But one of them will still advance to next season’s Champions League if they win the Europa League.And Petit, 54, is adamant none of them deserve to be among Europe’s elite next season after their disastrous campaigns.Nevertheless, the ex-Chelsea star wishes both teams luck ahead of their crunch second leg.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPetit told FastSlots: “Tottenham and Manchester United both have the chance to save terrible seasons in the Europa League, but does either side deserve to play in the Champions League next season?”Absolutely not. Both teams don’t deserve to be among the Champions League teams for the next season. Ange Postecoglou says he will be around ‘for a little bit longer’ after Tottenham victory over Eintracht Frankfurt “I wish the best of luck for Manchester United against Bilbao, but looking at the game against Lyon [in Leg 2 of the quarter-finals], Lyon should’ve finished United off.”Spurs could spring a surprise, but I don’t expect anything from Spurs or Manchester United this season. “To be honest with you, if one of those clubs wins the Europa League, I think that would be unfair.” More

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      William Saliba ‘in talks with Real Madrid for weeks’ over sensational summer transfer from Arsenal

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      WILLIAM SALIBA has been in talks with Real Madrid for weeks, claim reports in France.The Arsenal centre-back has two years remaining on his contract at the Emirates.William Saliba has been a regular for Arsenal this seasonCredit: GettyGunners chiefs are said to be keen on renewing the Frenchman’s deal.But according to French paper L’Equipe, Real Madrid are pursuing the 24-year-old.The Spanish giants are desperate to sign a new star centre-back this summer – with Saliba at the top of their list.Real chiefs are said to be willing to assure the Arsenal star that he would become the leader of their defence.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Gunners ace is unlikely to force an immediate move – but could run down his contract.It’s claimed that Real Madrid is the only club that could lure Saliba away from the Emirates.The LaLiga champions have an extensive recent track record of signing players that have run down their deals at previous clubs.Real Madrid snapped up Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain last summer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba have also arrived as free agents in recent years.Los Blancos are also expected to tie up a deal for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is set to be out of contract at Liverpool this summer.Arsenal boss Arteta shuts down reporter after being asked revealing question ahead of crucial PSG Champions League clashThe Gunners bought Saliba from Saint-Etienne in a £27million deal in 2019.Following loan spells at Saint-Etienne, Nice and Marseille, Saliba was finally given his chance in Arsenal’s first team in 2022.The classy defender has gone on to make 131 appearances for the Gunners.Saliba has also become a regular for his country, earning 26 caps for France. More