Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold has set a big goal: to become the first right-back to win the Ballon d’Or. But given the choice between winning trophies and being remembered as a phenomenon. The Englishman would choose the latter.
In the history of the Ballon d’Or award, there has only been one defender who has received the honour: Fabio Cannavaro in 2006, when he led Italy to victory in the World Cup in Germany. And that was as a centre-back, wearing the captain’s armband UFABET
Therefore, the Golden Ball of ‘TAA’ becomes even more challenging. But he is confident that he can do it before he hangs up his boots.
“Winning the World Cup with England – that would be a huge influence and a game changer for me to be considered. I’m still determined to win the Ballon d’Or because I believe I have the ability.” he told Sky Sports Football.
“I want to be the first right-back to do it. I believe that.”
“ Some people may think it’s a fantasy , but I believe it can be done .”
Trent has been in the industry for almost 10 years now, knows the ins and outs of many things, and has won almost all the trophies. So the next step is to play football that impresses people, to the point that even after he retires, people will still talk about it.
The 25-year-old added.
“I want to be a legend in the football world.”
“To be the one who changes the face of the game – that’s my main goal, not just to compete. But to turn the game around.”
“That’s the legacy I want to leave for the game: to be honest with myself. The best right-back in world football of all time.”
“ I know that there were many legends before. But I will try to be another star above everyone else. I believe in my own potential and can reach it .”
“ It doesn’t matter how many titles you win. How many medals you win, the biggest thing is the legacy you leave behind in the game of football and being able to bring out your full potential .”
Trent is very determined to perform this season for the ‘ Reds ‘. Playing 11 games, making 2 assists. As for the England national team after the Euro 2024 tournament. He has played 4 games, scoring 1 goal , 1 assist.