Trent Alexander-Arnold expected to remain Real Madrid starter

Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to remain the starting right-back for Real Madrid despite the arrival of Denzel Dumfries. Although Dumfries was brought in to add a different profile to the squad at the request of manager José Mourinho, reports indicate that Alexander-Arnold is preferred for the starting lineup under normal conditions.

Real Madrid management holds high expectations for the English defender to improve upon his previous season, which was marked by inconsistent performances and injuries. Due to his advanced reading of the game and vision, Mourinho is also considering the possibility of utilizing Alexander-Arnold as a defensive midfielder to create advantages from the center of the pitch.