In their Carabao Cup tie against Southampton, Liverpool led 2-0 at half-time thanks to a goal from Darwin Nunez.

The Reds have made an incredible start under Arne Slott, with the Merseyside club currently sitting top of both the Premier League and Champions League table.

The Carabao Cup may be the lowest trophy on the Dutch coach’s priority list, however, as the defending champion, the former Feyenoord boss has been taking the competition seriously.

Slott started a strong line-up against Southampton on Wednesday night with two of his biggest stars making an impact in the game Opening goal of the night.

Trent Alexander-Arnold produced an incredible display of skill to get away from two of Saints’ stars before his pass eventually found its way to Nunez, who finished calmly.

Objectives state exactly why Real Madrid want Alexander-Arnold The right-back remains linked with a move away from Liverpool. The 26-year-old’s contract at Anfield expires at the end of this season, with no sign of an extension until 2025.

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Liverpool may be working hard behind the scenes to agree a new contract for Alexander-Arnold, as the right-back is a generational talent in his position.

The England star recently said Negotiations regarding his contract will not be conducted publicly.This has done little to ease concerns among Liverpool fans over a link with Real Madrid.

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The right-back has won it all at Anfield and may be looking to take on a new challenge in his career. The Englishman is also very close friends with Jude Bellingham, who is currently showcasing his talents in Madrid.

The chances of Alexander-Arnold signing a new contract are high, with moments such as Darwin Nunez’s goal underlining Real Madrid’s interest in the Reds defender.