Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has reportedly hired a bodyguard and a private detective after being "hounded" by a "sex-crazed stalker".

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• Alexander-Arnold victim of stalking
• Beefs up his own personal security
• Has been sent obscene letters

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The England international has taken steps to increase his own security, after being "hounded" for over a year by a "sex-crazed stalker" – as per The Sun. The report states that Alexander-Arnold has had to change his mobile phone number and install CCTV and alarms in his house, and has also been sent X-rated letters, while the woman allegedly involved is also said to have been seen at Liverpool's training ground, his home, and at his favourite restaurants.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The 26-year-old has been advised not to put his movements on social media, while his family have also been bombarded with letters. It remains to be seen if a suspect will be apprehended but Liverpool are offering the right-back their full support. Alexander-Arnold is currently injured.

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  Alexander-Arnold has made 29 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring twice and registering 10 assists. His momentum was stalled in Liverpool's recent 3-1 win over Burnley, though, as he had to be removed at half-time after damaging his lateral knee ligaments, and no firm date for his return has been given as of yet.

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  WHAT NEXT?

  Liverpool play Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday. Alexander-Arnold will be watching on from the sidelines but he will receive a medal if Jurgen Klopp's side win the game at Wembley.

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