Emile Heskey recommends that Trent Alexander-Arnold consider a move to FC Bayern. The former England striker sees Munich as a good fit for the Real Madrid player.
According to Emile Heskey, Trent Alexander-Arnold should consider a move to FC Bayern. Given the right back’s limited playing time at Real Madrid, the former England national team striker is suggesting Munich as a possible new destination.
“FC Bayern Munich would be a good move for Trent Alexander-Arnold. The German league, the Bundesliga, is very competitive. He’d be at the biggest club there, and that would be fantastic for him—even though I’d love to see him back at Liverpool,” Heskey explained in an interview with the gaming platform Eldorado.
The former Liverpool forward thus sees a move to the Bundesliga as an interesting opportunity for his compatriot. However, his comments are a personal recommendation. They do not indicate any concrete talks between Bayern and Alexander-Arnold.
Heskey highlights Alexander-Arnold’s qualities
In his assessment of the player’s performance, Heskey places particular emphasis on the Englishman’s contribution to the team’s attacking play. For him, the frequently discussed defensive weaknesses carry less weight than his strengths going forward: “Despite all the negative aspects we talk about regarding him as a defender, the positives outweigh them. What he does on the counterattack more than makes up for it.”
Alexander-Arnold made a name for himself at Liverpool FC, particularly with his passing, his crosses, and his role in building up play. At Real Madrid, he now faces the challenge of earning a permanent spot in the starting lineup.
There have already been rumors of a transfer to Bayern Munich. Even before his move to Madrid, reports of Munich’s interest were circulating.
From a sporting perspective, Bayern would also have to consider their existing roster. With Konrad Laimer and Josip Stanisic, the Munich club has options for the right side of defense. Laimer was particularly impressive in the recent Champions League victory over Atlético Madrid.