Arne Slot insists Trent Alexander-Arnold form not affected by contract situation

Alexander-Arnold was criticised for a poor performance in Sunday's 2-2 draw at home to Manchester United, just days after Real Madrid made an approach for the 26-year-old.

PROTECTIVE ARM: Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold (left) and manager Arne Slot. 

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot attempted to place a protective arm around Trent Alexander-Arnold by suggesting no-one mentions the effect of contract issues when the team are winning.

The England defender was criticised for a poor performance in Sunday's 2-2 draw at home to Manchester United, just days after Real Madrid made an approach for the 26-year-old whose current deal expires in the summer.