Chelsea sent Trent Alexander-Arnold transfer instruction as Real Madrid frustration continues

Former Premier League defender Alan Hutton has suggested that Chelsea and manager Xabi Alonso should attempt to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold amid the full-back's reduced playing time at Real Madrid. Hutton argued that a return to the Premier League under Alonso would allow the 28-year-old to thrive and regain his best form after falling down the pecking order in Spain.

Alexander-Arnold joined Real Madrid on a free transfer in June 2025 but has struggled for consistent minutes since Jose Mourinho took charge over the summer. While Mourinho acknowledged the difficulty of leaving Alexander-Arnold on the bench in favor of Federico Valverde, the manager recently dismissed speculation surrounding a potential departure.