Alonso tells Alexander-Arnold to 'enjoy' Liverpool return no matter how fans react

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Xabi Alonso has urged Trent Alexander-Arnold to "enjoy" his return to Liverpool, regardless of how the fans react, ahead of their match at Anfield. The 27-year-old left the club in acrimonious circumstances, sparking a hostile reception from supporters, but Alonso is confident that his former player should relish the opportunity to face his boyhood team.

As a former Liverpool midfielder himself, Alonso has a unique understanding of Alexander-Arnold's history with the club, which dates back to his youth days. The Real Madrid defender's message on social media also hinted at the close bond he shared with Diogo Jota, who left for Wolves last summer. Alonso acknowledged that Alexander-Arnold was "born and bred in Liverpool," and it is clear that the former midfielder has a soft spot for his old club.

However, while Alonso praised Alexander-Arnold's qualities as a player, suggesting he needs time to adjust after a hamstring injury on his Champions League debut for Real Madrid, the England international faces an uncertain reception from fans. Former Liverpool head coach Arne Slot hinted that Alexander-Arnold would receive a warm welcome from him, but acknowledged that the crowd reaction is unpredictable.

The stage is set for a tense encounter at Anfield, with tensions simmering between the fans and their former star player. Alonso's message of support for Alexander-Arnold offers a glimmer of hope that the defender can make a positive impact on his return to Liverpool.
 
I don’t usually comment but I think it’s kinda weird that Xabi Alonso is trying to calm down the fans about Trent Alexander-Arnold's return. Like, if he's genuinely concerned about how the fans will react, shouldn't he just keep his head down and try not make any waves? 🤷‍♂️ At least he acknowledged that Alexander-Arnold was born in Liverpool, that’s a good start! And honestly, I think Alonso is right to say that Alexander-Arnold needs time to adjust after the injury. But we’ll see how the fans react at Anfield... it could get pretty ugly 😬
 
I feel bad for Trent Alexander-Arnold, you know? He's been through so much already, and now he's got to face all these angry fans again... it's gonna be tough 🤕. Alonso's message is cool tho, it's like, yeah, enjoy the game, don't worry about what people think, right? I mean, who hasn't had that feeling at some point, you know? 🙌 But at the same time, I get why the fans are gonna be all over him, they invested so much in him when he was young and talented. It's like, he's not the same player anymore, but still, it's Liverpool, and the fans have got a right to feel emotional 💔. Alonso's just trying to help, and that's awesome 🤝. Maybe Alexander-Arnold can prove them all wrong and show 'em what he's really capable of? We'll see 👀
 
🤔 so this guy Xabi Alonso is trying to convince people that Trent Alexander-Arnold should just 'enjoy' himself when he comes back to Anfield, despite all the drama and hostility from fans? 🙄 I need some sources to back up this claim... where's the proof that Alonso has a special connection with Alexander-Arnold or Jota that would make him say this? 🤷‍♂️ also, what makes Alonso think Alexander-Arnold needs time to adjust after being out with an injury? 😐 shouldn't be too hard for a pro player like Alexander-Arnold to bounce back from that...
 
Omg i feel bad 4 Trent 😔 he got such a harsh welcome when he left 🚫. But Alonso is right 👍, he should enjoy his time back @ Anfield 💖. It's like he's saying "don't worry about the haters" 🙅‍♂️. Alonso knows Alexander-Arnold so well from their youth days, they must've had some epic adventures together 😎! I hope Alexander-Arnold can get a warm welcome from the fans 🤞, but Alonso is right, it's unpredictable 🌪️. Can't wait 4 the match @ Anfield! ⚽️
 
🤔 so i feel like alexander-arnold got a bad rep from the liverpool fans when he left... and now xabi alonso is trying to calm things down 🙏 but at the same time, it's hard not to see why the fans would be salty about him leaving in acrimonious circumstances 🤷‍♂️ i mean, he did come back for a pretty high-profile loan spell with real madrid without even getting permission from the club first... that was seen as really selfish and ungrateful by some people 💔 but Alonso is right, alexander-arnold is a talented player who just needs to find his rhythm again 🏀 here's hoping he can win over the fans when he returns... 😊 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59383267
 
omg cant wait 2 c alexander-arnold back at anfield!! he deserves a warm welcome defo! Alonso knows the club & its fans better than anyone 🤩 his message is so reassuring, i hope it'll be enough 2 ease tensions tho Alexander-Arnold's been through a lot 2 come bck & i wanna see him shine on the pitch 💪
 
omg i feel bad for trent alexander-arnold 🤕 he was literally pushed out by the fans because of how things went down with jurgen klopp and his family 🙅‍♂️ Alonso is right, he should just enjoy playing at anfield again ❤️ it's not fair that fans got so hostile. Alexander-arnold is still a talented player and deserves a second chance ⏰ Alonso is showing great sportsmanship as well, talking about how much diogo jota meant to him 🤝 it's like he's saying "hey guys, let's just chill". fingers crossed the match at anfield will be all love 💖
 
I'm watching this whole thing unfold and I gotta say I feel bad for Trent. He left under some pretty harsh circumstances, and it's natural he wouldn't want to go back. But at the same time, Alonso is right - it's his boyhood club! If anyone can make a difference, it's Xabi. 🤔

I mean, Alexander-Arnold has been struggling with his form for Real Madrid, and now he's gotta deal with the pressure of being back in Liverpool. I think Alonso's message about enjoying the experience is key - the fans might be harsh, but they love him too. Maybe this match can be a fresh start for both him and the team? Fingers crossed! 👍
 
I'm so sick of these forums where people just rant without thinking about how it affects the actual person involved 🤯. I mean, Xabi Alonso is right that Trent Alexander-Arnold should "enjoy" his return, but shouldn't he be worried about being booed by the fans? It's not all sunshine and rainbows, you know. Alonso's trying to make a point about how much he cares for Alexander-Arnold, but it comes across as a bit manipulative 🙄. And what's with the constant speculation about the crowd reaction? Can't we just focus on the match itself? I swear, sometimes I feel like this forum is more about entertainment than actual discussion 🤦‍♂️.
 
🤔 so i think it's pretty cool that xabi alonso is speaking up for trent alexander-arnold like he knows what's going on, right? but at the same time, alexander-arnold has made some big mistakes in the past and now he's coming back to a club where fans can be super rough. i get it, he was a youth player here and all that, but still... 🤷‍♂️ Alonso says he just needs time to adjust after his injury, which is fair, but what if the fans are just too angry? 🔥
 
I feel bad for Trent, he must be really nervous about coming back to Anfield. 27 years ago was a different time for him I suppose 🤔, but still gotta be prepared for some tough love from the fans. Alonso's right tho, it's all about enjoying the game and making the most of his time there. We've seen players struggle with the pressure before 💪, so let's just hope Trent can bounce back from that hamstring injury and get back to his old self. The atmosphere at Anfield is always electric, I'm sure he'll be able to handle it in the end 😊
 
I'm curious how the fans will react to Trent at Anfield 👀👊 it's gonna be a tough one for him, especially with all the tension from last time he left. But you know what? Xabi's right 🤝 we need some of that love and support back in the stadium 🏠💕. Alexander-Arnold is an incredible player and his skills will shine through if everyone just gives him a chance to settle in ⚽️💪
 
I got nothin' but love for Xabi Alonso 🤗! He's totally right, Trent deserves our love and support - we should be cheerin' him on not booing him 😔. I mean, he's comin' back home after a tough spell out, so it's only natural he'd get some mixed vibes from the fans. But Alonso knows Alexander-Arnold like the back of his hand, and that's what matters 💕. Let's give our boy a warm welcome instead of a cold one ❤️! It's all about showin' love and support for someone who's been through tough times - we should be rootin' for him not ragin' against him 🙌
 
I'm low-key curious how Trent will handle it 😊. I mean, you've got to admire Xabi's loyalty and all, but at the same time, he did leave in pretty acrimonious circumstances. Like, can't imagine walking back into Anfield after everything that went down. The fans have been super vocal about not wanting him back, so I'm guessing it's gonna be a bit of an awkward atmosphere on match day ⚽️. Still, you've got to hand it to Alonso for trying to bring some positivity and support to the situation 💕. Maybe Alexander-Arnold can just focus on getting his head down, proving himself as a player, and showing everyone what he's capable of 🤞. That'd be a win-win in my book! 👍
 
🤔 So I think it's pretty cool that Xabi Alonso is giving Trent Alexander-Arnold a thumbs up and telling him to just enjoy the moment. I mean, we've all been in situations where things didn't go exactly as planned when we're coming back to our old stomping grounds. It's like they say, "the fans will be hard to please"... but Alonso is saying that Alexander-Arnold doesn't need to worry about it too much. He's got a point, though - Trent did leave Liverpool in some pretty contentious circumstances, so I can see how the fans might not exactly warm up to him right away.

But you know what? I think this situation could be a great opportunity for Trent to prove himself all over again. And with Alonso backing him out, that's gotta count for something. I mean, he's been through it himself and knows what it takes to succeed at Liverpool. Let's hope the fans can see past their initial reservations and welcome Trent back with open arms... or at least, a warm and enthusiastic reception! 💚
 
so its like alexander-arnold is goin back to liverpool after leavin in bad blood 🤔... and xabi alonso is tryna tell him to just enjoy himself despite whats gonna happen from the fans 🙅‍♂️... hes got a point tho, alexander-arnold needs time to get back up to speed after that hammy injury he had while playin for real madrid 😬... i reckon its goin 2 be a tough one 4 him at anfield tho 👀
 
idk what's gonna happen at this match tbh 🤔, i mean, trent did leave in a pretty dramatic way last time so some people might still be salty about it 😒. but xabi's words are definitely reassuring - he seems like the kind of guy who'd have alexander-arnold's back no matter what 💯. plus, it's clear he has a soft spot for the lfc fam ❤️. maybe trent can just focus on playing his best football and prove himself all over again 🏃‍♂️? only time'll tell tho 😅
 
Wow 😊 - I feel bad for Trent, he's been out for a while and now he's back at Anfield with all the fans who didn't really have his back when he left 🤕 - Alonso seems like a decent guy, I reckon he should just try to enjoy the match and not read too much into it, fingers crossed Alexander-Arnold doesn't get too mugged by the crowd 😬.
 
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