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Man City Interest Reported in Alexander-Arnold During Injury-Hit Madrid Start

Fresh reports of Manchester City interest collide with Madrid's resolve plus a vast release clause.

Overview

  • Former Man United scout Mick Brown told Football Insider he has heard Manchester City are looking at the 27-year-old as Pep Guardiola seeks a natural right-back.
  • Real Madrid are portrayed as reluctant to sell soon after recruiting him, with a reported €1bn (£840m) release clause serving as a major deterrent.
  • Alexander-Arnold has made eight appearances with only three full 90-minute outings and one La Liga assist after hamstring and muscle injuries.
  • He is slated for an early February return following a muscle injury sustained in early December that further limited his minutes.
  • Speculation persists about a Premier League return, including Liverpool links, though reporting suggests a near-term transfer remains unlikely.