The Liverpool vice-captain's contract runs out in June, while Madrid have been monitoring his situation for two years.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says the team's bid to clinch a record-tying Premier League title hasn’t been affected by persistent reports linking Trent Alexander-Arnold with a move to Real Madrid at the end of the season.

No real issues or debates here. Thibaut Courtois remains an important part of Madrid’s spine and one of the best goalkeepers in the world. His contract does expire in summer 2026, but he’s only 32 years old and has plenty of big performances left in him yet.