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Alexander-Arnold’s mural near Anfield was vandalised with 'rat' graffiti before his first match against Liverpool since joining Real Madrid, reflecting fan anger over his summer exit.

  • On November 4, Trent Alexander-Arnold returned to Anfield for Real Madrid in the Champions League, facing boos and abusive chants after his mural near Sybil Road was defaced with white paint and the word `rat`.
  • After his contract expired on June 30, Alexander-Arnold left Liverpool FC to join Real Madrid, and his free transfer after 20 years was seen by many fans as a betrayal.
  • Alexander-Arnold told Prime Video Sport, `When the draw was announced, I think everyone kind of knew it was going to happen, it was destined for that fixture to come.` after making 354 appearances for Liverpool.
  • Liverpool beat Real Madrid 1-0 on Tuesday night, with Alexander-Arnold introduced as a substitute at the 81st minute.
  • The build-up has reignited debate over his reception, with Liverpool manager Arne Slot and former defender Stephen Warnock urging respect while some predict a mixed response from Liverpool fans.
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Trent Alexander-Arnold mural defaced ahead of Liverpool vs. Real Madrid game

A mural of Trent Alexander-Arnold was defaced ahead of his return to Liverpool with Real Madrid on Tuesday. The word “rat” was repeatedly daubed over the artwork located near Liverpool’s Anfield stadium. Alexander-Arnold infuriated Liverpool fans when opting to leave…

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Trent's mural defaced ahead of Liverpool return

Trent Alexander-Arnold's Anfield mural has been vandalised ahead of his return to Liverpool with Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League.

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This Is Anfield broke the news in on Monday, November 3, 2025.
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