Arne Slot expressed disappointment over Trent Alexander-Arnold's decision to leave Liverpool for Real Madrid on a free transfer. Despite the club's efforts to secure a new contract for the right-back, he opted for a new challenge after several years in the same league. Slot recognized the frustration among fans and emphasized the importance of supporting the team as they conclude the season. He noted that while there may be tension during Alexander-Arnold's final matches, it's vital for the focus to remain on the team rather than any individual exit.
"Trent is not the first and won't be the last to leave a special club. We did everything we could to keep him and then we have to accept his decision."
"You can maybe understand he wants a new challenge because, if he is so many years in the same league, some players want to experience something else."
"It is a disappointment for the fans, teammates and for me [that] he is leaving. We are going to miss a very good human being and a very, very, very good full-back."
"Probably it's a bit more now for him than he is used to and probably a bit more negative but I don't follow all of this. I am not here to tell the fans how they should react."
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