Arne Slot asks fans to support Trent Alexander-Arnold at trophy presentation

The spectre of Alexander-Arnold, who appears set to join Real Madrid in the summer after deciding not to renew his contract, looms large over the occasion.

Arne Slot has come out in defence of Trent Alexander-Arnold after he was booed by Liverpool fans (PA Images)

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has called on fans to put their grievances over Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure to one side for the Premier League champions’ coronation.

Former captain Alan Hansen will hand over the trophy to current skipper Virgil van Dijk after Sunday’s final match of the season against FA Cup winners Crystal Palace.