Trent Alexander-Arnold and Theo Hernandez (Photo by Dan Mullan, Marco Lozzani/Getty Images)
Sources revealed to Caught out Real Madrid appear increasingly confident of signing Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold next summer.
The England international is approaching the end of his contract at Anfield, and although there is no final decision yet on his future, there appears to be optimism from Madrid's end regarding this deal.
Caught out Understands that both Liverpool and Real Madrid have made offers to sign Alexander-Arnoldwith both clubs offering four-year deals plus the option of a fifth.
It may be a while before we know Alexander-Arnold's final decision, however I feel really confident about getting this deal done After doing a lot of legwork to secure a top-class signing at right-back.
Real Madrid also wants to sign a new left-back
In addition to Alexander-Arnold, Los Blancos are also keen to strengthen the left-back position, and have some big names in that position as well.
Another player who could be a free agent in the summer is Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies, although there is now a feeling that such a deal is slipping away from Real Madrid, with the Canada international increasingly open to signing a new deal at the Allianz Arena.
Caught out He understands this has prompted the Spanish giants to make contact with Milan left-back Theo Hernandez's entourage.
The Frenchman is another top player who can certainly strengthen Madrid's squad, and it would be a great summer if they can bring in him and Alexander-Arnold as new full-backs.
A shocker as Liverpool were involved in a €40m saga
Liverpool fans will no doubt be hoping that there will be some shake-up with Alexander-Arnold, as replacing the 26-year-old will be a huge challenge.
Alexander-Arnold has been a star for Liverpool since his rise through the club's academy, and he is certain to play an important role in their future plans, so the club will certainly do everything in their power to halt a move to the Bernabéu.