Alexander-Arnold highlighted the excitement of joining Real Madrid, stating, "It's very exciting. It's a day I've been waiting for a long time. I'm proud to be here; it's a dream come true. I can't wait to get started." He also mentioned his admiration for the club's history and success, saying, "I grew up watching Madrid win back-to-back Champions League titles. It doesn't surprise me to see Madrid winning titles. I want to be part of all the success from now on."
During the press conference, Alexander-Arnold also spoke about his conversation with coach Xabi Alonso, who he has a lot of respect for. He mentioned, "It's good to be able to talk to him. I've told him he's an idol of mine, and working with him is a dream come true." The two have already discussed what Alonso expects from Alexander-Arnold, and he is eager to learn from him.
Alexander-Arnold also talked about his relationship with Jude Bellingham, who he has spoken to about his experiences at Real Madrid. He said, "We've talked. I don't think it's what people thought. We've talked about Liverpool and Real Madrid. I wanted to know what Real Madrid is like." He emphasized that Bellingham played a role in his decision to join the club, but Real Madrid's reputation and success were the main factors.
Regarding his departure from Liverpool, Alexander-Arnold insisted that there is no grudge. He stated, "Everything I've achieved with Liverpool has been incredible, it'll never be forgotten. But I've come out on a good note, I'm happy with the way I've done." He expressed his gratitude to the fans and the owners, who have welcomed him warmly to Real Madrid.
Finally, Alexander-Arnold explained why he chose to wear 'Trent' on the back of his shirt. He said, "It's easy. Whenever I travel around Europe, people find the name difficult. I thought the easiest thing to do was to simplify it."