Liverpool boss Arne Slot admits he cannot guarantee Alexander-Arnold a warm reception when he makes his first return to Anfield since his acrimonious summer move to Real Madrid.

Alexander-Arnold, who came through the club’s academy system, was booed by his own fans when his departure was made public and can expect the same treatment during Tuesday’s eagerly-anticipated Champions League showdown.

However, Slot and his former team-mates are expected to welcome the defender back with open arms.

Slot said: “I have great memories of the player and the human being. He was my vice-captain last season and I have memories of working with him which were only positive.

“How the fans…I have no clue how that’s going to be, but he gets a warm welcome from me, that’s for sure.”

A mural Alexander-Arn

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