Former Chelsea defender Glen Johnson has urged his former club to consider signing Real Madrid right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold on loan during the January transfer window.

Johnson believes the England international may be frustrated with his limited playing time at Real Madrid under the club’s current head coach.

Speaking to SeatPick, the former defender suggested that a temporary move to Chelsea could benefit both the player and the Premier League club.

“He will definitely be frustrated playing such a small role at Real Madrid,” Johnson said.

He added: “I think he should be a target for Chelsea in January. They could get him on loan, and it would be perfect for both parties.”

Alexander-Arnold previously worked under Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid during the Spaniard’s time in charge at the Santiago Bernabéu.

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The England international joined Real Madrid from Liverpool last year, having spent several seasons at the Premier League club before making the move to Spain.