Here is Trent Alexander-Arnold’s new jersey number at the Spanish giants, Real Madrid.
Following the official confirmation of his signing as a Real Madrid player, fans now know what jersey number Trent Alexander-Arnold will wear for the club.
Real Madrid’s newest signing, Trent Alexander Arnold, has officially been handed the No 12 shirt ahead of his debut season with the Spanish giants.
The England international, who recently completed his high profile transfer from Liverpool, will be donning a fresh jersey number as he embarks on a new chapter at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Alexander Arnold was widely known for wearing the No 66 shirt throughout his time at Liverpool, a number that became symbolic of his meteoric rise from academy prospect to one of Europe’s elite fullbacks.
However, due to La Liga regulations that restrict squad numbers to 1 to 25 for first team players, the iconic 66 was unavailable in Spain.
As a result, the 25-year-old has opted for the No 12, a shirt once worn by Brazilian legend Marcelo, further adding a sense of legacy to the choice.
Interestingly, in another personal shift, Trent’s jersey will read “TRENT” rather than his full surname, a stylistic move that hints at a potential rebranding as he settles into life in Madrid.
With a six year contract in place, the Englishman is expected to play a major role in Real Madrid’s evolving squad under the new leadership of Xabi Alonso.
His debut is anticipated to come during the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, where Madrid will be competing for international glory.
As anticipation builds, fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see how the new number 12 era unfolds for one of football’s most talented right backs in the white of Real Madrid.
