Trent Alexander-Arnold has vowed not to celebrate if he scores against Liverpool.
Alexander-Arnold makes a first return to Anfield in Tuesday’s Champions League encounter since leaving for Real Madrid as a free agent last summer.
The England international’s decision to run down his contract was met with scorn from fans, who booed him in games directly after the announcement.
A similarly hostile reception is anticipated when Alexander-Arnold steps out against his boyhood club as they bid to get their European campaign on track.
But the West Derby-born defender insists that any potential animosity from supporters as a Los Blancos player will not taint his relationshp with the Reds.
“Whatever way I’m received, is the decision of the fans,” Alexander-Arnold told Prime Video Sport.
“I’ll always love the club, I’ll always be a fan of the club. I’ll always be thankful for the opportunities and the things we achieved together… they’ll live with me forever.
“No matter what, my feeling won’t change towards Liverpool. I’ve got memories there that will last me a lifetime, and no matter how I’m received, that won’t change.
He added: “If I was to score, then I wouldn’t celebrate.”
Alexander-Arnold has also revealed the reaction from several of his former teammates after they were paired with Madrid in successive seasons.
“When the draw was announced, everyone knew it was going to happen, it was destined for that fixture to come,” he said.
““After the draw, Robbo [Andy Robertson], Mo [Salah] and Ibou [Konate] all messaged me, we were just laughing.”