Trent John Alexander-Arnold (born 7 October 1998) is an English professional footballer who plays as a right-back or midfielder for Real Madrid and the England national team. He is arguably the most creative defender in the history of the sport, redefining the fullback role with his passing range and assist numbers. He holds the record for most assists by a defender in Premier League history. By 2026, Trent's career was at a crossroads. After a contract standoff with Liverpool in 2025 and intense rumors linking him to Real Madrid (to join his friend Jude Bellingham), he eventually stayed at Liverpool, becoming vice-captain. He also finally cemented a starting spot in the England midfield after years of debate regarding his defensive vulnerabilities vs. offensive brilliance.