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5 players who made dramatic Liverpool returns as Trent Alexander-Arnold given green light

Trent Alexander-Arnold would follow in the footsteps of many big names if he returned to Liverpool…

By Mark Whiley · Liverpool Echo

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 4:30 AM

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Mark Whiley highlights five players who returned to Liverpool amid speculation regarding Trent Alexander-Arnold's potential Anfield comeback.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has reportedly fallen to third-choice right-back during his struggles at Real Madrid.
Jamie Carragher stated that Liverpool currently misses Alexander-Arnold's creativity and passing from the full-back position.

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Mark Whiley highlights five former Liverpool players who returned for second spells amid ongoing speculation linking Trent Alexander-Arnold with an Anfield comeback. The right-back has reportedly slipped to third-choice at Real Madrid and was an unused substitute in their recent El Clasico win over Barcelona.

Liverpool have struggled to replace his creative output at right-back, with Jamie Carragher noting that the team misses his passing ability. The article outlines five players who previously secured returns to Liverpool: Ian Rush, Robbie Fowler, Craig Bellamy, Steve Staunton, and Rickie Lambert.

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5 players who made dramatic Liverpool returns as Trent Alexander-Arnold given green light

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