Sat May 17 15:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Pimblett Slams Alexander-Arnold Exit: “He’s Forgotten Where He’s Come From”

**Liverpool, England** – UFC lightweight contender and lifelong Liverpool FC fan Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett has unleashed a scathing critique of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure from the club, arguing the defender should not participate in the upcoming Premier League trophy parade.

In an exclusive interview with ESPN, Pimblett expressed his deep disappointment and frustration, revealing he even booed Alexander-Arnold when he came on as a substitute against Arsenal at Anfield. The 30-year-old UFC star, known for his community work and passionate support of the Reds, believes Alexander-Arnold “strung the club along” before confirming his anticipated move to Real Madrid this summer.

Alexander-Arnold, who spent 20 years at Liverpool, cited a difficult decision when announcing his exit. However, Pimblett dismissed the defender’s farewell message as insincere, criticizing the lack of emotion in his prepared statement. “Even that pitiful video he put out… Reading a teleprompter. Nothing that he said was from his heart. He didn’t even get emotional, if I was leaving Liverpool Football Club I’d be crying my eyes out,” Pimblett stated.

He contrasted Alexander-Arnold’s actions with the commitment shown by Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah, who both recently signed new contracts with the club. “Van Dijk and Salah are now more scousers than he is, simple as that,” Pimblett declared, highlighting their dedication to staying at Anfield.

Pimblett also defended the right of Liverpool fans to express their disapproval of Alexander-Arnold’s departure, pushing back against criticism from pundits. “He strung us along. No one should be able to tell us how we feel… If I feel like booing him, I’ll boo him. It’s as simple as that.”

He concluded by saying Alexander-Arnold “shouldn’t be at the trophy parade because it will just bring the mood down.” The Liverpool trophy parade is scheduled for May 26th.

This outburst from Pimblett, a popular figure in Liverpool, underscores the passionate and emotional reaction from some fans regarding Alexander-Arnold’s decision to leave the club he has represented since childhood.

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