Liverpool Fans Spot Possible ‘Dig’ at Trent Alexander-Arnold in New Squad Number Reveal 👀
Liverpool’s 2025/26 squad numbers are out — and some eagle-eyed fans think there’s more to them than meets the eye.
Following a busy summer of transfer activity that saw the arrivals of Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez, and Hugo Ekitike, excitement is building at Anfield. The Reds are also still actively pursuing Alexander Isak, hoping to add even more firepower to their newly crowned Premier League champions.
But while fans eagerly analyzed the number allocations, one decision in particular has sparked heated debate online — and many believe it might have been a not-so-subtle message aimed at Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The Controversy? Conor Bradley Gets No.12
Liverpool awarded Conor Bradley the No.12 shirt, a move that instantly triggered speculation. Many supporters interpreted it as a symbolic gesture — possibly signaling a changing of the guard at right-back, or at least ramping up pressure on Alexander-Arnold.
Given Bradley’s rapid rise and strong performances last season, some believe the club is hinting that competition at right-back is very real — and perhaps even that Trent’s place is no longer untouchable.
“Giving Bradley No.12 right now? Feels intentional. Message received.”
– @AnfieldPulse, Twitter/X
Isak Speculation Adds Fuel to the Fire 🔥
In addition to the Bradley-Trent drama, fans also noticed that one of the high-profile shirt numbers remains unclaimed — a potential clue regarding Alexander Isak’s imminent arrival. Many believe the club may be saving a key number for the Swedish striker as negotiations with Newcastle continue.
While nothing official has been said, the squad number reveal has clearly done more than just inform — it’s stirred emotions, sparked theories, and added intrigue to an already exciting summer at Anfield.
One thing is certain: Trent will have to deliver this season, especially with Bradley pushing hard and the club showing no signs of sentimentality.
Bradley Takes No.12 – Fans Spot Icy Message to Trent at Madrid 🥶
In a move loaded with symbolism, Conor Bradley has switched from No.84 to No.12 — the same number Trent Alexander-Arnold now wears at Real Madrid following his summer transfer.
The change hasn’t gone unnoticed. As soon as fans caught wind of the new number, social media lit up with theories that Liverpool were making a subtle — or not-so-subtle — statement.
And Liverpool fans didn’t hold back:
“Bradley #12 is so petty btw… but I’m here for it.”
– @AnfieldReactions
“Congrats to Conor Bradley, now clearly the best right-back in the world wearing #12.”
– @YNWA_Core
“Conor Bradley is officially the world’s best RB with the No.12 shirt. No debate.”
– @LFCultras
“They actually gave Bradley the #12 to take a shot at that rat. Cold.”
– @ScouseSarcasm
Whether coincidence or calculated pettiness, the fanbase is loving the drama — and Bradley’s elevation to a lower squad number feels like another sign that the club is fully behind the 21-year-old as their new long-term right-back.
Liverpool Reveal 2025/26 Squad Numbers – Wirtz Inherits Iconic No.7
Liverpool have confirmed the official squad numbers for the 2025/26 season — and several new arrivals, including Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez, and Hugo Ekitike, have now been handed their shirts as the Reds look to build on last season’s success.
Wirtz, one of the club’s marquee summer signings, will wear the legendary No.7 jersey, following the departure of Luis Díaz. The number has previously been worn by Anfield greats such as Luis Suárez, Kenny Dalglish, and Graeme Souness.
Kerkez, brought in to bolster the left side of defence, takes the No.6 shirt vacated by Thiago Alcântara. Rising right-back Conor Bradley has been rewarded with the No.12 shirt — a number that’s drawn attention for its connection to former star Trent Alexander-Arnold, now at Real Madrid.
Here’s a full look at the new numbers:
- 6 – Milos Kerkez
- 7 – Florian Wirtz
- 12 – Conor Bradley
- 22 – Hugo Ekitike
- 25 – Giorgi Mamardashvili
- 28 – Freddie Woodman
- 30 – Jeremie Frimpong
- 41 – Armin Pecsi
- 42 – Trey Nyoni
With more arrivals potentially on the way — including the heavily linked Alexander Isak — these numbers could be just the beginning of a reshaped Liverpool squad for the new campaign.
