Los Blancos' Alexander-Arnold May Return to Face His Former Club in Forthcoming European Clash
Real Madrid acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold on a long-term agreement
The defender's recovery is moving forward well, giving hope that the Real Madrid defender could return in time to face his former club Liverpool in November's European encounter.
The English international experienced a hamstring strain while playing against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the group stage of the tournament on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold had to leave the pitch in the fifth minute, with early estimates suggesting a possible layoff of as long as a month and a half.
Real Madrid are set to play at Liverpool on November 4 for the Champions League fixture—precisely over a month since the injury happened.
Reports close to the player's condition state that the defender's recovery is advancing positively, and there is hope that Alexander-Arnold might make his first return to Anfield after signing for Los Blancos in the summer.
A devoted Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold earlier said that departing from the club he entered as a six-year-old youth player was the "most difficult decision he's ever taken."
During his time with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold notched 354 appearances, contributing to secure two Premier League championships, a Champions League, and the FA Cup.
Since his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has featured five times across various tournaments, accumulating over two and a half hours of game time.
Player Status
- Alexander-Arnold may miss a month and a half due to injury
- The club paid the English side to acquire Alexander-Arnold early
- Alexander-Arnold is in a challenge for his place at both Real Madrid and international football
