Alexander-Arnold “banned” from two Liverpool venues following exit announcement
Trent Alexander-Arnold has reportedly been “banned” from two prominent venues in Liverpool after revealing his decision to leave Liverpool FC at the end of the season, once his contract expires.
The 26-year-old defender, who has spent two decades at the club since joining the academy, will be departing Anfield having played a key role in securing numerous major trophies, including two Premier League titles and the Champions League.
Calling it “easily the hardest decision of my life,” Alexander-Arnold is widely expected to join Real Madrid, reuniting with close friend Jude Bellingham, according to multiple reports.
In its official statement, Liverpool FC offered a terse acknowledgment of his departure, emphasizing that the choice to leave was entirely the player’s and not one endorsed by the club.
The news has stirred strong reactions in the city, with a few local venues taking a tongue-in-cheek approach. In playful social media posts, some announced that Alexander-Arnold was now “banned” from entry—underscoring the emotional impact of his departure on fans and locals alike.
The first of these was entertainment venue, Popworld Liverpool, who simply posted on social media: “Barred @TrentAA.”
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The official Currys X account then weighed in by sharing a video of a staff member walking up to the window, where a poster with a photo of Alexander-Arnold was visible with the caption: “Banned. Please do not enter.”
The electrical goods retailer added the caption: “Banned from all Currys stores in Liverpool.”
Reacting on social media, one fan said: “Companies of culture.”
A second said: “I rate this.”
A third added: “Hahahaha! I’m here for the pettiness!”
Another said: “Love this.”
Reports have indicated Alexander-Arnold told the club and manager Arne Slot he would be leaving in March.
Should his expected transfer to Spanish giants Real Madrid happen, he will be only the seventh Englishman to star for the Bernabeu outfit.
This includes ex-Liverpool players Steve McManaman and Michael Owen, who like Alexander-Arnold, quit Anfield for Madrid.