Despite Real Madrid’s victory over Celta Vigo, the Spanish press has launched a scathing attack on Trent Alexander-Arnold, blaming his defensive frailties for the opposition’s goal and questioning his fit at the club.
Trent Alexander-Arnold faced a barrage of criticism from Spanish outlets following Real Madrid’s narrow win in Vigo.
Despite contributing to the buildup of the opening goal, his defensive positioning was slammed after Williot Swedberg outmaneuvered him to assist Celta’s equalizer.
Mundo Deportivo labeled the former Liverpool star a “complete flop,” while Cadena SER commentator Antonio Romero described his performance at right-back as a “disaster.”
The harsh assessments even targeted former manager Jurgen Klopp, with Marca suggesting the German failed to teach the defender basic discipline.
Some outlets awarded him a measly three out of ten rating, noting he appears “sluggish” and lacking motivation.
With a massive Champions League clash against Manchester City looming on Wednesday, concerns are mounting over whether the Englishman can handle elite-level defensive pressure.