Michael Owen: Moment I chose Real Madrid I lost control of my career

Former striker knows cost of leaving Anfield, but insists that no one should begrudge Trent Alexander-Arnold following his path to Bernabéu

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Chris Bascombe

26 November 2024 11:39am GMT

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Alfredo di Stefano and Michael Owen - Michael Owen interview: If Trent Alexander-Arnold wants to talk Real Madrid, he has my number — Michael Owen says moving to Madrid damaged his relationship with Liverpool fans Credit: Reuters/Susana Vera

Chris Bascombe

26 November 2024 11:39am GMT

Michael Owen, the home-grown Liverpool idol who left for Real Madrid, knows the Trent Alexander-Arnold question is coming...

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