Trent Alexander-Arnold has been bombarded with abuse on social media after the Liverpool star confirmed he'd be leaving the club at the end of the season.
The 26-year-old is expected to join Real Madrid on a free transfer and has confirmed his intentions just over a week after winning his second Premier League title at Anfield.
Alexander-Arnold has won every major trophy during his time at Liverpool.
He feels he has earned the right to depart, explaining that he's keen to experience life 'out of his comfort zone' as a result.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has been bombarded with abuse on social media after the Liverpool star confirmed he'd be leaving the club at the end of the season
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But Liverpool fans on social media have now ripped into the England international, with many unhappy that he'll be leaving on a free.
"Horrible. Hopefully never to be seen a Liverpool shirt ever again," said one user.
A second fumed: "You will flop like those who have left @LFC before."
Another wrote: "Really disappointing that you’ve done this, but we knew this was happening before you said a word, all the best. You will need it."
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A fourth hit out by saying: "Type of video you make after leaving post your prime not during it for a free.
“'It’s very emotional for me' said with the straightest face ever.
"Michael Owen Gen 2."
And a fifth raged: "This is why you will never be Steven Gerrard and you will walk alone."
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Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to join Real Madrid on a free transfer now his Liverpool exit is confirmed
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Alexander-Arnold has established himself as a Liverpool legend during his time at Anfield.
He played a key role in the club's Champions League triumph in 2019, with a memorable assist against Barcelona arguably his finest honour.
Alexander-Arnold has won two league titles with Liverpool, with the second coming last week following a 5-1 win over Tottenham.
He's also won honours such as the UEFA Super Cup, Community Shield, FA Cup and EFL Cup as well.
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Explaining his decision to leave, the right-back said: "After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season.
"This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life.
"I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this yet, but it was always my intention to keep my full focus on the team’s best interests, which was securing No.20.
"This club has been my whole life – my whole world - for 20 years. From the Academy right through until now, the support and love I have felt from everyone inside and outside of the club will stay with me forever. I will forever be in debt to you all.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has won every major trophy during his time at Liverpool
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"But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally.
"I’ve given my all every single day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel like I’ve given back to you during my time here.
"From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my teammates, the staff and our incredible supporters - for the last 20 years.
"I’ve been blessed enough to live out my dreams here and I will never, ever take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived through with you all. My love for this club will never die."
