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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Liverpool defender, Trent Alexander-Arnold, has said he would rather retire from football than play for Manchester United.<\/p>\n

The England international said this ahead of Liverpool\u2019s away Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Liverpool and Man United are the most successful clubs in England.<\/p>\n

The two Premier League top clubs have been fighting for bragging rights for decades and the rivalry between them runs deep.<\/p>\n

Asked whether he would retire or play for Man United, Alexander-Arnold told Sky Sports: \u201cRight now, [I would] retire, to be honest, could not do that [join Manchester United].\u201d<\/p>\n

Alexander-Arnold also revealed that he prefers playing against Man United than featuring in the Merseyside derby against Everton.<\/p>\n

The 23-year-old said: \u201cI mean, Manchester United is a bigger game historically. I\u2019d say Manchester United, more people watch it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alexander-Arnold helped Liverpool to a thumping 5-0 win over Man United in October.<\/p>\n

Liverpool currently sits in the second position on the log with 13 points ahead of Man United, though the Red Devils have a game in hand.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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