Real Madrid have reportedly accelerated talks with Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The Reds academy graduate is set to depart the Anfield club after two decades on the system of the team and helping his side to two Premier League crowns.
Alexander-Arnold lifted the second of those English titles on Sunday afternoon, when Liverpool celebrated in front of their home support following a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace.
Whilst the right-back is set for an exit this summer, fellow defender Ibrahima Konate has revealed that he is happy at Anfield, although he is yet to sign fresh terms.
A host of Liverpool's first-team stars will now link up with their respective national sides before enjoying a well-earned break over the summer.
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Real Madrid accelerate Alexander-Arnold talks?
According to The Times, Real Madrid are aiming to secure the highly-rated services of Liverpool sweetheart Alexander-Arnold as quickly as possible.
Los Blancos start their Club World Cup campaign against Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal on June 18, and the Spanish side want the right-back available for that match.
However, Alexander-Arnold's contract with Liverpool expires on June 30, meaning that Los Blancos will need to negotiate the player out of his terms early.
There is the scope to complete such a move, with FIFA opening a special transfer window between June 1 and June 10 due to the Club World Cup.
Alexander-Arnold could have moved to the Bernabeu during the January transfer window, although Liverpool rejected a £20m offer for the playmaker.
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Busy summer for Alexander-Arnold
Just days after lifting the Premier League trophy at Anfield, Alexander-Arnold is now focusing on international duties with England over the next fortnight.
Thomas Tuchel's Three Lions face Andorra in a World Cup qualifier on June 7, three days before welcoming AFCON giants Senegal to the City Ground in Nottingham for a friendly.
Just eight days later, Real Madrid commence their Club World Cup schedule in Miami, meaning that Alexander-Arnold could be in line for an extremely hectic start to the summer.
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