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Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to replicate their successful Kylian Mbappé strategy in their pursuit of Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold. The England international is in the final six months of his contract at Anfield, alongside teammates Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, with talks ongoing about their futures.

According to an exclusive report from the Daily Mirror, Liverpool have made a formal offer to retain Alexander-Arnold, significantly increasing his current salary of £180,000 per week to £300,000 per week, with a contract extending until 2029. However, Real Madrid remain firmly in the race and are employing a strategy that could outmaneuver Liverpool in the negotiations.

Real Madrid, under the guidance of Florentino Pérez, are offering a lucrative financial package, including a massive signing-on fee akin to the deal that secured Kylian Mbappé from PSG last summer. Mbappé’s free transfer included a £125m signing-on bonus, spread across a five-year deal, which proved pivotal in convincing the French superstar to join Los Blancos.

Liverpool, despite their efforts, are unlikely to match Real Madrid’s financial power. While both clubs’ base salary offers are reportedly similar, Madrid’s willingness to offer a substantial signing-on fee provides them with a critical edge.

The Daily Mirror also noted Liverpool’s reluctance to entertain Real Madrid’s January bid for Alexander-Arnold, signaling their determination to keep the 26-year-old beyond this season. However, Alexander-Arnold’s interest in Madrid’s project could play a decisive role as he weighs his options.

Real Madrid fans will eagerly watch this saga unfold, with Alexander-Arnold potentially joining an elite group of players in the Santiago Bernabéu ranks. By leveraging their financial might and strategic approach, Los Blancos aim to bolster their squad with one of the Premier League’s brightest talents.

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