Ass: Real Madrid has been in contact with Arnold, but Bellingham s friendship with him plays a role

According to the Ass, Real Madrid has been working hard to bring in Arnold since Carvajal was injured. Although the two sides have had previous contact, Bellingham's friendship with Arnold played a crucial role.

The English player joined Real Madrid as a free agent after his contract with Liverpool. Although Liverpool fans were unhappy with his departure, Arnold chose a new challenge. Real Madrid has introduced a right-back with both combat power and future potential, and he will compete with Carvajal for the main position. Although Kavajal is in good shape, he is still doubtful whether he can recover from a serious injury of three torn ligaments in his knee.

Kawajal suffered serious injuries in early October, Real Madrid began transfer negotiations with Arnold. Previously, Real Madrid had been in touch with players who were about to become free agents to complete the signing without paying the transfer fee. For example, Kroos, Hazard and Courtois all joined when the contract is only one year left and refuses to renew, while Alaba, Rudiger and Mbappe are free transfers after the contract expires.

Carvajal was at the peak of his career before his injury and was a strong contender for the Golden Globes, but at the age of 33, combined with such a severe knee injury, forced Real Madrid to consider alternatives. Arnold's arrival not only provides the team with new options, but his versatility (often played in the midfield in the national team) also allows him and Kavajal to coexist in the starting lineup.

After the early stages of the negotiations, Arnold has shown a strong interest in joining Real Madrid, one of the important factors is the help of his friend and national teammate Bellingham. The two are close and often go on vacation together. This relationship helped Real Madrid convince Arnold to join. Using the interpersonal network of existing players to attract target players to join is also a common strategy for Real Madrid.