How Real Madrid Players Really Feel About Trent Alexander-Arnold After Liverpool Move

Trent Alexander-Arnold's impressive early training sessions at Real Madrid have generated excitement among teammates, with some considering him a "Galactico" due to his outstanding physical condition and skill level. For punters, this positive reception could suggest that Madrid will perform strongly in upcoming matches, potentially making them a favorable betting option.

Real Madrid's star-studded squad have made their minds up over new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold following the former Liverpool defender's first training session since his move from the Premier League champions. Alexander-Arnold agreed to join Los Blancos on a free transfer at the end of his deal at Anfield, but the Spanish giants paid a small fee to the Reds in order to secure the full-back's services ahead of the summer’s FIFA Club World Cup.

Having already stunned viewers by speaking fluent Spanish in his first press conference as a Madrid player, the 26-year-old is also said to have left his new teammates speechless as a result of his early impressions in training.

According to Spanish publication AS, current members of Real Madrid’s squad have already formed strong opinions about the club’s latest marquee addition, with a source close to the team claiming that the Englishman has been "like a beast" in terms of physical condition since joining the Spanish giants. There is already internal acknowledgment that "a Galactico has been signed," due to the immediate impression he has made. His offensive capabilities have left fellow players "speechless," while his commanding presence and confident demeanor have also drawn praise.

He is currently focusing on "adapting to his teammates and assimilating the game's mechanics," with coaching staff putting extra emphasis on sharpening his delivery from corner kicks. The report summarised: "Trent has arrived like a rocket. In the medium term, a spectacular showdown with Carvajal is expected. Because a Galactico has arrived. It's a reality. He's making an impact."

Key Statistic: Alexander-Arnold is currently valued as the sixth most valuable player in the Real Madrid squad.

Despite the positive reports and footage of Alexander-Arnold assisting Jude Bellingham in training doing the rounds, one specific clip has painted a slightly different picture of what appeared to be a slightly more awkward moment during the Liverpudlian's first few days as a Galactico. In a video shared on social media, some Madrid players could be seen in a group huddle, with Alexander-Arnold awkwardly hanging on the outside, almost as if he had been shunted out of the group. The scenes mirror that of the painful photo of Ashley Cole with the Roma squad, where the legendary left-back looked incredibly out of place.

If this footage is anything to go by, it may suggest that Alexander-Arnold has more work to do to win over everyone in the Madrid camp. All statistics courtesy of Transfermarkt - accurate as of 16/06/2025.

Real Madrid's star-studded squad have made their minds up over new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold after his first training sessions.

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