What happened. Trent Alexander-Arnold says he still receives abuse from Liverpool fans online, 14 months after leaving for Real Madrid, and that it hurts despite understanding the disappointment.

He watches every Liverpool game and says the club has a 'place in my heart'.
He hopes for 'a degree of understanding' about his decisions.
In-person interactions with fans are positive, unlike online abuse.

“It hurts because of how much I've put into the club over the course of 20 years.”
— Trent Alexander-Arnold

He remains hopeful for understanding from fans as he continues his Real Madrid career.

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