Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid has been one of the biggest transfer stories over the past 12 months, which has intensified since the turn of the year. Ho

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is planning a summer of blockbuster signings including six big names on top of Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to reports. Alexander-Arnold is expected to sign for Real Madrid on a free transfer after confirming that he will leave Liverpool and walk alone when his contract expires at the end of the season.

The reaction to Monday's news is only just beginning - the full ramifications of Alexander-Arnold's imminent exit will take months to be felt. But it leaves Arne Slot and Richard Hughes with clear aims heading into the summer.