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Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent John Alexander-Arnold is an English professional footballer who plays primarily as a right-back and, according to official club and national-team profiles, also as a midfielder for Real Madrid and the England national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Trent John Alexander-Arnold is an English professional footballer who plays primarily as a right-back and, according to official club and national-team profiles, also as a midfielder for Real Madrid and the England national team. Born in Liverpool in 1998, he came through Liverpool’s academy and spent his senior club career there from 2016 to 2025 before joining Real Madrid in 2025.

Early life and youth career

Alexander-Arnold was born in Liverpool and developed in Liverpool’s academy system. He progressed through the youth ranks before making his senior debut in 2016.

Club career

He played for Liverpool from 2016 to 2025, making 354 senior appearances and scoring 23 goals. During his time at Liverpool, he won major honours including the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Super Cup. In 2025, he moved to Real Madrid.

International career

Alexander-Arnold represented England at youth levels before making his senior debut on 6 June 2018. He has been a regular member of the senior squad since then.

Playing style and position

He is primarily listed as a right-back, but England’s official profile also lists him as a midfielder. Coverage of his career often highlights his attacking contribution from defence.

Key facts

  • Began his senior career with Liverpool in 2016 and left the club in 2025 to join Real Madrid.
  • Made his England senior debut in June 2018 and has been a regular international since then.
  • Recorded 354 appearances and 23 goals for Liverpool during his senior club career there.
  • Won major honours with Liverpool including the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Super Cup.
  • Primarily a right-back, but also listed as a midfielder on England’s official profile.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Trent Alexander-Arnold?
He is an English professional footballer who plays for Real Madrid and the England national team.
When was Trent Alexander-Arnold born?
He was born on 7 October 1998 in Liverpool, England.
What position does he play?
He is primarily a right-back, though England’s profile also lists him as a midfielder.
Which clubs has he played for as a senior professional?
He played senior football for Liverpool from 2016 to 2025 and joined Real Madrid in 2025.
When did he make his England debut?
He made his senior England debut on 6 June 2018.
What major trophies did he win with Liverpool?
His Liverpool honours include the Premier League, Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Super Cup.

References

  1. Liverpool FChttps://www.liverpoolfc.com/info/trent-alexander-arnold
    Supports: Senior career dates, appearances, goals, honours, and transfer to Real Madrid in 2025.
  2. England Footballhttps://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/squad/trent-alexander-arnold
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, preferred foot, current club, position, and senior England debut.
  3. Real Madrid C.F.https://www.realmadrid.com/en-US/football/first-team/players/trent-alexander-arnold
    Supports: Full name, birthplace, date of birth, and current club since 2025.
  4. BBC Sporthttps://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/44081528
    Supports: Liverpool debut, early club milestones, and England youth-level progression.