Real seek to sign Alexander-Arnold for Club World CupImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Alexander-Arnold won two Premier League titles and a Champions League with LiverpoolSami MokbelSenior football correspondentGuillem BalagueBBC Sport Columnist@GuillemBalaguePublished52 minutes agoReal Madrid are aiming to complete the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold before the start of the Club World Cup.The England defender has confirmed he will leave Liverpool when his contract expires later this summer and the 26-year-old is expected to join the Spanish club as a free agent.Alexander-Arnold's contract with Liverpool expires on 30 June but the Club World Cup begins 16 days earlier.BBC Sport understands Real have approached Liverpool with a view to negotiating a deal to release Alexander-Arnold in time for the full-back to be part of their plans for the Fifa-organised tournament in the United States.It is understood the Spanish club are considering an offer of about €1m (£850,000) to release Alexander-Arnold early from his deal. It has also been suggested Real might be willing to pay the wages Liverpool owe to Alexander-Arnold as they seek a solution.Discussions between all parties are described as amicable.World football governing body Fifa has confirmed there will be a short initial transfer window this summer - running from 1 to 10 June - which is designed for competing clubs to amend their squads in time for the competition.Real's desire to land Alexander-Arnold in time for the tournament presents an opportunity for Liverpool to recoup at least some money for a high-value player who will otherwise leave Anfield for no fee.Related topicsLiverpoolPremier LeagueReal MadridFootballAlexander-Arnold leaves as modern Liverpool great - but fans will feel hurtPublished22 hours agoAlexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool at end of season Published1 day agoMore on this storyLatest Liverpool news, analysis and fan viewsGet Liverpool news sent straight to your phonePublished26 July 2022