Trent Alexander-Arnold takes the leap, he's moving to Dubai, he's already informed Real Madrid.

Without a doubt, Trent Alexander-Arnold is Real Madrid's star signing for the current season. The former Liverpool player arrived at Chamartín surrounded by praise and considered by many as one of the best right-backs in the world. Florentino Pérez took advantage of his free agent status, acted quickly, and ended up securing a signing that caused enormous excitement among the fans.

Trent landed at Bernabéu to compete directly with Dani Carvajal for a starting spot. However, it's already November and, even though the captain has been injured most of the time, the Englishman has only accumulated 172 minutes of play. He has also suffered physical discomfort and has missed several matches, but unlike Carvajal, when he's available he still doesn't manage to convince.

Trent's adaptation is proving to be slower and more complicated than anyone could have imagined. His impact on the game is lower than desired and his offensive style, brilliant in the Premier League, still hasn't found the right balance within Xabi Alonso's plans. So much so that there are already voices, both inside and outside the club, claiming that his signing was rushed and that Madrid didn't need a player with his characteristics.

Trent goes to Dubai to end the rumors

Despite all the rumors, Trent doesn't want to give up, not at all. He's aware that he's not offering his best version, which is why he's decided to step up during the international break. He's traveled to Dubai to carry out several specific training sessions in a warm climate, accompanied by specialists in physical preparation and physiotherapy.

This isn't a leisure trip or a move to negotiate his departure from Real Madrid. On the contrary: Trent has personally informed the club of his plans and has made it clear that his only goal is to return to his highest level. He needs to recover his sensations, improve his physical condition, and fully adapt to the defensive and tactical demands required by Real Madrid's soccer.

Golden opportunity for Trent

After the break, the spotlight will be directly on Trent. If he returns with more spark and better rhythm, he could immediately regain his starting spot. If he doesn't, it's likely that Fede Valverde will continue in that role until Dani Carvajal returns, making the Englishman's situation even more complicated.

In any case, the trip to Dubai shows that Trent doesn't intend to throw in the towel. He's taken an important step to change his fate at Real Madrid. Now, it only remains to be seen if the effort made during these days will mark the beginning of his true adaptation to Bernabéu.