Amid ongoing speculation regarding Real Madrid's summer transfer plans, one position on the pitch stands out as needing essential reinforcement. This position is right back, as there is a need for Dani Carvajal to have a competitor or relieve him of physical burdens. The player mentioned in media reports as a potential fit for this important position is Liverpool's right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Arnold has emerged as one of the best players in his position over the past five years, known for his exceptional ability to create goals through his distinctive crosses from the right side.
**A Threatened Position at Liverpool**
Talk about Arnold comes after he has suffered from recurring injuries this season, which have limited his appearance in important matches, at a time when Liverpool coach Jürgen Klopp has placed full trust in the English international star. However, Klopp has been forced to look for immediate alternatives in this position following Arnold's multiple injuries, and unexpectedly found a solution in young Irish right-back Conor Bradley, who was promoted from the youth team and achieved immediate success, winning the affection of the Reds fans due to his high work rate and balance between defensive and offensive roles.
Bradley's standout performances, along with Klopp's announcement of his departure from Liverpool at the end of the season, may drive Arnold to consider the offers presented to him this summer, especially with the current strong performances of a group of English players in European leagues.
**Offensive Strengths and Defensive Weaknesses**
What sets Arnold apart from other players in his position are his exceptional abilities to deliver crosses with great precision and skill, as well as his football intelligence and vision, allowing him to see the entire pitch when in possession of the ball. An additional asset for the Liverpool player is his impressive ability to perform as a central midfielder, benefiting from his precise passing, a position he notably occupied in Klopp's lineup towards the end of last season.
On the other hand, Arnold is often subjected to fierce criticism from pundits regarding his defensive performance at times, with some accusing him of lacking focus during individual marking.
**What About Carvajal?**
Real Madrid indeed needs reinforcements at right-back, but this does not deny the fact that Carvajal is one of the standout players for the royal team in the last two seasons. Despite his age, Carvajal boasts an incredible work rate and sometimes an indispensable offensive role, utilizing his speed to return to defensive positions when the team loses possession.
However, there are two important reasons that prompt Real Madrid to pursue a new right-back. The first is the possibility that Carvajal could get injured at any time. The second is the lack of any substitutes for the Spanish player in the current team lineup, especially with Lucas Vázquez's playing time diminishing in this position, and the possibility of Nacho Fernández playing in this role in the future has become risky due to his age and the various alternative roles he plays in multiple positions.
