Trent Alexander-Arnold Begins His Real Madrid Tenure with First Training Session

Published on January 27, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Trent Alexander-Arnold performs field exercises at the Valdebebas Sports City in Real Madrid's kit, accompanied by new teammates and the coaching staff.

Trent Alexander-Arnold Begins His Real Madrid Stage with the First Training Session

The English full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is already dressed in white. The player participated in his first training session at the Valdebebas facilities after the club formalized his signing. Local media documented his arrival and first movements with the team. ⚽

The Agreement Becomes Official and the Player Passes the Medical Examination

Real Madrid issued a statement to confirm the signing of the defender, who leaves Liverpool after several seasons. The contract has a duration of five years. A previous and essential step, the medical examination, was passed without issues by the British footballer.

Details of the Official Presentation:
  • The event to present the new player to the fans and the press will take place tomorrow.
  • The chosen venue for the event is the Santiago Bernabéu stadium.
  • The player is expected to show the jersey with the number he will ultimately wear.
It is an honor to join a club with such a great history. I want to contribute to the team's success from the first minute.

Motivation and Projection Within the Team

Alexander-Arnold expressed his huge excitement about defending the white shirt. He emphasized that arriving at this club represents a dream come true and affirmed his desire to contribute to winning titles. His profile strengthens the defense and offers versatility in build-up play, giving the coach more options for setting up matches.

Immediate Impact on the Squad:
  • Significantly reinforces the right sector of the defense.
  • Brings quality in passing and vision from more interior positions.
  • Generates competition and raises the overall level of the midfield and defense.

Expectations About His Number and Adaptation

While the club does not specify the time it will take to fully adapt, the fans are already enthusiastically debating the number he will wear on his back. There is special curiosity to see if he will take the number left vacant by a historic French star after his departure to the United States league. Integration into the group's dynamics seems to have started off on the right foot. 🤔