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Liverpool 'kidnapped' Trent Alexander-Arnold from Everton... former academy boss Karl Robinson reveals fight to sign starlet

Karl Robinson has revealed the lengths Liverpool were forced to go to sign exciting prospect Trent Alexander-Arnold.

The former academy boss and recently departed MK Dons manager spoke of the ferocious battle for Alexander-Arnold's signature.

The local starlet was also on the radar of Everton and both Merseyside clubs wanted to secure the player.

Trent Alexander-Arnold signed for Liverpool despite the attention of rivals Evertonu00a0
Trent Alexander-Arnold signed for Liverpool despite the attention of rivals Everton
The youngster impressed for his side in their midweek EFL Cup match against Tottenham
The youngster impressed for his side in their midweek EFL Cup match against Tottenham

Robinson told the 5Times podcast: ' I signed Trent, I was watching the game on Tuesday night and I got all emotional.