Real Madrid's interest in Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold is among the worst kept secrets in football. Reports in Spain suggest Los Blancos have already identified an alternative target in Manchester United's Diogo Dalot.
Due to injuries and a lack of cover at left-back, Dalot has started the new campaign being played out of position, but there won't be any complaints The Portugal international enjoys the responsibility of helping the team and doesn't strike me as the type of player who would kick up a fuss if played out of position.
A report from GiveMeSport claims that if a deal does not materialise for Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid, the Spanish giants see Dalot as a suitable option to fill the right-back position.
It could be a defining season for both players as Real Madrid seek upsgrdes on Dani Carvajal and Lucas Vazquez approaching the twilight of their careers.
Dalot's versatility and willingness to play multiple roles could see him take pole position from Alexander-Arnold in Madrid's search for a new right-back.
New signing Noussair Mazraoui has played right-back since the beginning of the campaign. It remains to be seen if Dalot will keep his place at left-back after Luke Shaw returns from injury.
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