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Breakthrough Liverpool campaign 'a dream come true' for Alexander-Arnold

The 19-year-old defender is hoping to make a 12th European appearance in the Champions League final, capping a "dream" season with the Reds

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold says he has been living the dream this season and is keen to nail down a Champions League final starting spot.

The 19-year-old had played only 12 first-team matches prior to this campaign, but has established himself as a key man for Jurgen Klopp, particularly in Europe.

Alexander-Arnold, who collected Liverpool's Young Player of the Season award this week, has made 11 appearances and scored twice in the Champions League - including qualifiers - and now hopes to start against Real Madrid in the final in Kiev on May 26, which is more likely following Joe Gomez's ankle injury.