According to Manchester Evening News, Trent Alexander-Arnold could join Manchester United as part of a trade deal, while José Mourinho and Michael Carrick may clash during negotiations.

Manchester United's ability to acquire Trent Alexander-Arnold may depend on whether one of their players moves to Real Madrid in return. Mourinho may welcome such a trade, but Michael Carrick, who aims to maintain the squad's composition, may not share the same enthusiasm.

Trent Alexander-Arnold, a former Liverpool mainstay, had a disappointing first season at the Bernabéu and faced harsh criticism from Spanish media. After struggling with injuries in his opening months, he gradually established himself in Real Madrid's first team, appearing in 30 matches and recording 5 assists throughout the season.

Mourinho's return to Real Madrid has added further uncertainty to this transfer. The "Special One" has never worked with Trent Alexander-Arnold, and reports suggest Denzel Dumfries is close to joining from Inter Milan, indicating Mourinho is preparing imminent squad adjustments.

Meanwhile, Diogo Dalot has also been mentioned as a potential target for Mourinho and could be used as a bargaining chip in negotiations. Several Manchester United legends have expressed positive views on Trent Alexander-Arnold joining the club, fueling speculation about a Premier League return.

Antonio Valencia, a former Manchester United right-back, publicly supported Trent Alexander-Arnold crossing the "hostile divide" in a recent interview with Hajper: "Trent is a player I have tremendous respect for. He possesses excellent right-footed technique, accurate crossing, and strong defensive abilities."

"He would be a valuable asset for Manchester United. He is familiar with the Premier League and deeply understands what it means to win Champions League and Premier League titles. He is a passionate player, and I would look forward to seeing him in a Manchester United shirt."

According to reports, Michael Carrick is determined to retain the Portuguese international, making it unlikely that Diogo Dalot will be used as a bargaining chip. Mourinho brought his compatriot to Old Trafford during his time as Manchester United manager, and there are now rumours he hopes to reunite with Dalot at Real Madrid.

The 27-year-old Diogo Dalot has not developed into the elite right-back Manchester United fans expected, though he can play on both flanks and retains value. He joined Manchester United from Porto in 2018 and, if he completes his current contract through 2028 (which includes a one-year extension option), will have spent a decade at the club.

When Mourinho brought his compatriot to England, he praised Diogo Dalot generously, stating at the time: "For his age, he is one of Europe's best full-backs.

"He is an extremely talented young defender with all the qualities to develop rapidly into a key player for Manchester United. He has everything needed for a full-back position: physical capability, tactical awareness, technical ability, and the professionalism instilled by Porto's youth academy, preparing him to meet the demands of professional football."

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Furthermore, Real Madrid appears close to acquiring Dumfries, making it even less likely that Diogo Dalot will become a bargaining chip. Real Madrid parted ways with Dani Carvajal this summer, and unless Trent Alexander-Arnold departs, they seem unlikely to pursue another right-back.

A transfer between players from Manchester United and Liverpool to join the rival club is rare. Since Phil Chisnall in 1964, there have been no direct first-team transfers between the two clubs, and scenarios like Trent Alexander-Arnold playing for both rivals with a transfer to another club in between are equally uncommon.

This presents another obstacle to Trent Alexander-Arnold's move. The England defender may hesitate for this reason. Many Liverpool fans are already frustrated that he was allowed to leave Anfield on a free transfer last year, and he may wish to maintain good relations with the club's supporters as much as possible.

Wes Brown, a former teammate of Valencia, is also encouraging Manchester United to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold, stating in a recent interview with Compare.bet: "It would be a great move for Trent to join Manchester United. He is extremely talented and would fit perfectly into Michael Carrick's attacking tactical system."

"Clearly, he was not happy at Real Madrid. He is a wonderful player that any team would want, and any Premier League club would desire to acquire him. Who would not want Trent on their team?"

Last season, Michael Carrick occasionally deployed Amad Diallo as a wing-back, with Mazraoui rotating in the position when fit. However, it is widely believed that Manchester United requires genuine reinforcement in this area.

Trent Alexander-Arnold would be an ideal candidate, and Diogo Dalot could have served as a crucial bargaining chip in such a deal. However, facilitating such a controversial transfer smoothly this summer would be extremely difficult, and Manchester United may struggle to overcome these complex obstacles.

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