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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jack Rathborn

How Tuchel might solve England’s Trent Alexander-Arnold puzzle

  • Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly set to leave Liverpool on a free transfer and is expected to join Real Madrid, potentially debuting at the Club World Cup.
  • Alexander-Arnold has been recalled to the England squad and will play under Thomas Tuchel, with preparations underway for the 2026 World Cup.
  • A key motivation for Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid is reportedly a perceived lack of appreciation for his passing and distribution skills from right-back.
  • Thomas Tuchel aims to showcase Alexander-Arnold's abilities for England in a way that Gareth Southgate has not, but emphasises the need for defensive discipline.
  • Tuchel's plans involve finding a role that suits Alexander-Arnold, considering his strengths and weaknesses, particularly his defensive contributions, which were criticised by Arne Slot.

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England’s Trent Alexander-Arnold puzzle and how Thomas Tuchel aims to solve it

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