Jose Mourinho pushes Trent Alexander-Arnold back to Liverpool

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has suggested that the team plays better football with midfielder Federico Valverde deployed at right-back, further limiting playing time for Trent Alexander-Arnold. The 28-year-old England international has accumulated fewer than 500 minutes of action this season after moving to the Spanish club. Mourinho highlighted the strong tactical chemistry between Valverde and playmaker Arda Guler on the right flank, leaving Alexander-Arnold competing with Denzel Dumfries as third-choice in that role.

Writer Tom Weber argues that Mourinho's tactical shift could accelerate Alexander-Arnold's potential exit from Real Madrid. While the defender initially intended to stay and fight for his spot, reports indicate Premier League clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea, and former team Liverpool could emerge as potential destinations if his reduced playing time continues.