Los Blancos' Trent Alexander-Arnold May Face Liverpool in Upcoming European Clash
The Spanish giants brought in Trent Alexander-Arnold on a six-year contract
Trent Alexander-Arnold's comeback is moving forward smoothly, raising a chance that the Madrid right-back could recover in time to face his old club Liverpool in the upcoming Champions League encounter.
The English player experienced a hamstring strain during a match against French side Marseille in the initial phase of the competition on 16 September.
Alexander-Arnold was forced off the field in the fifth minute, with early reports indicating a potential absence of up to six weeks.
Real Madrid are set to visit Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—exactly over a month after the injury took place.
Reports close to the situation state that the player's recovery is progressing favorably, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold could make his first return to Liverpool's stadium since signing for Real Madrid in the summer.
A longtime Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the team he joined as a six-year-old academy talent was the "most difficult choice he has ever taken."
During his spell with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold made 354 appearances, helping claim two English top-flight titles, a European Cup, and the domestic cup.
Since his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played on five occasions in all competitions, totaling 156 minutes of playing time.
Player Update
- Alexander-Arnold might be out for a month and a half because of injury
- The club transferred funds to Liverpool to sign Alexander-Arnold early
- The Englishman is in a challenge for his spot at both club and international level
