‘He Ratted Liverpool’ – Paddy Pimblett Expresses Disappointment When Asked About Soccer Star’s Move to Real Madrid

Pimblett was speaking ahead of his upcoming bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 314 this Sunday.

MMA star and proud ‘Scouser’ Paddy Pimblett has never been shy about sharing his love for Liverpool FC. Pimblett fights this week at UFC 314 versus Michael Chandlers but the UFC fighter is making headlines for his reaction to the rumored high-profile football transfer of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid!

Trent Alexander-Arnold has spent nearly two decades at Liverpool, rising from the academy ranks to become one of the best full-backs in world football. But the 25-year-old has reportedly agreed to join Real Madrid this summer when his contract expires at the end of this season. This news has come as a shockwave for the Anfield faithful. For many supporters, it feels like a betrayal.

Trent’s decision to leave at the peak of his career and without a transfer fee has strained his relationship with the Reds’ fans. Paddy Pimblett , a devoted Liverpool supporter, has now weighed in on the growing frustration among fans during an interview with TNT Sports.

“I don’t even want to talk about it, He’s ratted Liverpool. He’s done us dirty. He always said he wants to be the next Gerrard, wants to captain the club and then he’s left on a free. He’s no scouser.”

He's no scouser ❌

Paddy Pimblett gives his thoughts on Trent Alexander-Arnold's situation at Liverpool 😳

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Paddy Pimblett Labels Trent Alexander-Arnold a ‘Lizard’

Pimblett was speaking ahead of his upcoming bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 314 this Sunday. In a separate interview with Sky Sports, Pimblett even described Alexander-Arnold as a ‘lizard’.

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“Forgot where he’s came from, He’s a lizard,” Pimblett told Sky Sports when asked about Alexander-Arnold’s potential move to Madrid. “He’s meant to be a young lad from West Derby. I’ve said in other interviews that I’d trade my career to have his in a heartbeat — to win trophies for my city and my team that I’ve supported my entire life.”

"He's a lizard" 👀

Paddy Pimblett expresses his disappointment with Trent Alexander-Arnold's rumoured transfer to Real Madrid ‼️ pic.twitter.com/A2FdAffypy
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“The money he is earning, the money he is being offered, just putting a smile on everyone’s face in the city — I grew up wanting to be Steven Gerrard, wanting to be Fernando Torres, wanting to be Luis Suarez.“

“And he is just leaving the club he supported to be another cog in the machine at Real Madrid. He could have been a legend at LFC. He always said he wanted to be captain so he was always lying, wasn’t he? I think he has forgot where he came from. He’s given up the chance to be a legend and maybe have a statue built in his honour in years to come.”

Paddy Pimblett shared the sentiment of many Liverpool fans, many of whom feel betrayed by TAA’s decision to leave the club, especially given his bond with Liverpool. Trent has been the heartbeat of Liverpool’s right flank for several years, combining his elite playmaking with solid defensive efforts. His departure would leave a significant void in the Liverpool team. For loyal fans like Pimblett, TAA’s move feels less like a career decision and more like a break in trust.

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