The 26-year-old England international stood out as he delivered his introductory speech entirely in fluent Spanish, stunning fans and club insiders alike . He called the move “a dream come true”, expressing pride and readiness to embrace the responsibilities that come with donning the famous white shirt . His command of Spanish was so refined that pundits noted how he surpassed the language-level of previous British imports at Real—with Bolton proof in his seamless, unrehearsed delivery .
Madrid secured the transfer before the official end of Alexander‑Arnold’s Liverpool contract (June 30), reportedly paying a fee of around £10 million. This timing ensures his availability for the upcoming Club World Cup in Miami, where he’s expected to debut against Al-Hilal on June 18 .
Due to Spanish squad number rules, Alexander‑Arnold swapped his iconic Liverpool #66 for Real Madrid’s No. 12, paying homage to club legend Marcelo . On his jersey, he opted simply for “Trent,” a decision he explained as helping clarity and familiarity for Spanish-speaking supporters .
Alexander‑Arnold’s arrival completes a high-profile summer all-English connection at Real Madrid, joining in the footsteps of Jude Bellingham and new coach Xabi Alonso, both pivotal voices in his decision. When asked about Bellingham’s influence, he clarified their discussion were friendly exchanges, emphasizing, “the club speaks for itself” . He also acknowledged Alonso—his boyhood idol—as a driving force in his ambition: “working with him is a dream come true” .
As Real Madrid gear up for the Club World Cup, fans will be watching the new No. 12 closely—a statement signing perfectly timed for a new chapter of ambition in Madrid.
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