Trent Alexander-Arnold is anticipated to depart Liverpool when his £180k-per-week contract comes to an end this summer.
This is a disheartening prospect; without a significant change of circumstances, Liverpool’s homegrown talent will conclude his time at Anfield at just 26 years old.
While it’s crucial to respect the right-back’s choice, it will certainly evoke feelings of disappointment on Merseyside. He was seen as the club’s next potential superstar, shaped by the city’s loving embrace and often compared to the legendary Steven Gerrard.
However, it’s unlikely that Alexander-Arnold will leave behind the same level of enduring legacy that Gerrard has established.
Why Steven Gerrard is Irreplaceable
Gerrard’s professional career with Liverpool began back in 1998, when he replaced Vegard Heggem in a match against Blackburn Rovers, eventually achieving legendary status at his boyhood club.
Throughout his career, Gerrard amassed 710 appearances, scoring 186 goals along with 155 assists, before concluding his playing days in the MLS with LA Galaxy.
Replacing someone of his caliber seems nearly impossible. While Alexander-Arnold showed promise, his early exit will silence any speculation about him being a successor to Gerrard’s legacy.
