Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has publicly shown support for Trent Alexander-Arnold’s decision to leave Liverpool, endorsing the English defender’s announcement by liking his Instagram post.
The gesture has been interpreted as a welcoming signal from Mbappé, who is set to be Alexander-Arnold’s teammate at the Santiago Bernabéu next season.
Mbappé, who joined Real Madrid in 2024 after a high-profile move from Paris Saint-Germain, is of Cameroonian and Algerian descent.
His father, Wilfried Mbappé, hails from Cameroon, while his mother, Fayza Lamari, is of Algerian Kabyle origin.
Alexander-Arnold, 26, confirmed his departure from Liverpool at the end of the 2024–25 season via an emotional social media statement, expressing his desire for a new challenge.
Having spent two decades at Liverpool, the right-back has made 352 appearances and won every major club honor, including two Premier League titles and a Champions League.
Reports indicate that Alexander-Arnold has agreed to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, with a five-year contract already in place.
His move will see him link up with fellow England international Jude Bellingham and stars such as Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Federico Valverde.
Mbappé’s endorsement adds to the anticipation surrounding Alexander-Arnold’s arrival in Madrid.
The French forward’s public support suggests a warm reception awaits the English defender as he embarks on this new chapter in his career.
