Los Blancos' Trent Alexander-Arnold May Return to Face Liverpool in November's Champions League Fixture
Real Madrid acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold on a six-year deal
The defender's recovery is advancing smoothly, raising a chance that the Madrid defender may return in time to confront his old club Liverpool in November's Champions League match.
The 27-year-old player experienced a muscle problem while playing against French club Marseille in the group stage of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold was forced off the pitch in the fifth minute, with early estimates suggesting a possible absence of up to a month and a half.
Real Madrid are set to face Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—precisely seven weeks after the injury occurred.
Insiders close to the situation state that the player's recovery is moving along well, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold might achieve his initial comeback to Liverpool's stadium after signing for Los Blancos in the summer.
A longtime Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold earlier stated that leaving the team he entered as a young academy talent was the "hardest decision he has ever taken."
During his tenure with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold made over 350 games, helping win two Premier League titles, a Champions League, and the domestic cup.
Since moving to Madrid, Alexander-Arnold has appeared on five occasions across various tournaments, accumulating 156 minutes of playing time.
Player Update
- Alexander-Arnold could be out for a month and a half with his hamstring issue
- Real Madrid transferred funds to the English side to secure Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- Alexander-Arnold faces a challenge for his place at both club and international level
