Tensions boiled over at Liverpool's training ground as Trent Alexander-Arnold and Darwin Nunez were involved in a heated exchange during preparations for their upcoming Premier League clash with Arsenal.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing the pair in a furious confrontation that required intervention from teammates and coaching staff. The incident occurred during a small-sided game, with tempers flaring after a particularly robust challenge.
Klopp Quick to Downplay Incident
Manager Jurgen Klopp was swift to play down the altercation, insisting such competitive spirit is normal in high-intensity training sessions. "When you have winners like Trent and Darwin pushing each other to be better, sometimes emotions run high," the German tactician explained.
Timing Raises Eyebrows
The clash comes at a delicate moment for Liverpool, who face title rivals Arsenal this weekend in what could be a season-defining match. Both Alexander-Arnold and Nunez are expected to play key roles in the encounter.
Club sources suggest the matter has been resolved internally, with both players understood to have shaken hands after the session. The fiery exchange has nonetheless sparked debate among fans about team morale ahead of the crucial fixture.
