Van Dijk defends Alexander-Arnold after Liverpool star's Man Utd flop

Alexander-Arnold was at fault for Lisandro Martinez's opener in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Manchester United at Anfield, falling well below his usual high standards. The right-back's sloppy performance comes during a long-running debate over his future with the Premier League leaders. The 26-year-old's contract expires at the end of the season, meaning he can now sign a pre-contract agreement with an overseas club. Spanish giants Real have reportedly made a bid to sign him but Liverpool are believed to have rejected their approach.