Trent Alexander-Arnold breaks down in tears as Liverpool lift Premier League trophy

Trent Alexander-Arnold declared his tearful Liverpool finale "the best day of his life" as he said goodbye to his boyhood club as two-time winner.

Alexander-Arnold admitted he had been unsure about the reaction he would receive on Liverpool's big day after being booed by fans when he came on against two weeks ago, with ex-Reds boss among those who have been critical of fans for their reaction to the right-back's free transfer exit for .

But Alexander-Arnold's half-time introduction for Conor Bradley was met with cheers from the vast majority inside Anfield.

The right-back had helped turn the tide in the game as the Reds came from a goal down to winners to level late on through , despite being reduced to 10 men when Ryan Gravenberch was sent off.

READ MORE:

READ MORE:

Alexander-Arnold's name was then cheered when he received his medal, and when he paraded the Premier League trophy in front of the Kop.

"I didn't know what to expect at Anfield after what happened a few weeks ago. To get the reception that I got means more than anything to me," he said.

"I hope that one day the fans of this club will be able to recognise the hard work and everything I've done for this team. There wasn't a second where I didn't think about this team. I've loved every single minute of it. It goes down as the best day of my life for me."

was serenaded by the Kop after masterminding this triumph in his first season in charge, and the Dutchman dropped a clear hint that he would like to improve his side in the transfer market amid links to German superstar Florian Wirtz.

"We are very happy with the squad that we have," said Slot. "This club has always shown that if they can strengthen, that's what we do. Big summer or not, it is already big because we won the league.

"You always have to try to become better. We have to improve with these players and if there is a possibility to strengthen with the other players too. Next season the competition will be better as well."

and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our