Trent John Alexander-Arnold, born on 7 October 1998, is an English professional footballer renowned for his exceptional skills as a right-back and midfielder. Currently playing for La Liga club Real Madrid and the England national team, he is widely regarded as one of the best right-backs in the world. His remarkable range of passing, precise crossing, and ability to create assists, along with his proficiency in set-pieces, have made him a versatile asset on the field.
Alexander-Arnold's football journey began at Liverpool's academy in 2004, where he quickly rose through the ranks, captaining the club at various youth levels. He made his senior debut in 2016 at the age of eighteen and has since made history by playing in consecutive UEFA Champions League finals in 2018 and 2019, winning the latter and earning a spot in the Champions League Squad of the Season. His achievements also include winning the UEFA Super Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup, solidifying his status as a key player for Liverpool.
In domestic competitions, Alexander-Arnold's accolades include being named the 2019–20 PFA Young Player of the Year and the inaugural Premier League Young Player of the Season. He has been selected three times for the PFA Team of the Year and played a pivotal role in ending Liverpool's thirty-year league title drought by winning the 2019–20 Premier League. His outstanding performances in 2020 led to his inclusion in the FIFA FIFPRO Men's World 11.
In the 2021–22 season, he achieved a domestic cup double, securing victories in both the EFL Cup and FA Cup. After contributing to Liverpool's second Premier League title in 2025, Alexander-Arnold made the move to Real Madrid. On the international stage, he has represented England at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2018, participating in the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the 2018–19 UEFA Nations League, where England finished third.