Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold Might Face His Former Club in Forthcoming European Fixture
Real Madrid acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold on a multi-year agreement
Trent Alexander-Arnold's recovery is advancing well, giving a chance that the Real Madrid right-back could return in time to play against his former team Liverpool in the upcoming European tie.
The English player experienced a hamstring problem while playing against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the group stage of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold had to leave the field in the fifth minute, with initial reports pointing to a possible absence of up to six weeks.
Real Madrid are scheduled to play at Liverpool on November 4 for the Champions League match—just seven weeks after the injury occurred.
Reports familiar with the situation suggest that the defender's comeback is moving along well, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold could achieve his initial comeback to Anfield after moving to Real Madrid in the summer.
A lifelong Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold earlier said that departing from the club he entered as a young academy player was the "most difficult choice he has ever taken."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold accumulated over 350 games, contributing to win multiple Premier League titles, a European Cup, and the domestic cup.
After joining to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has featured on five occasions across various tournaments, totaling over two and a half hours of playing time.
Player Update
- Alexander-Arnold could miss a month and a half because of his hamstring issue
- The club transferred funds to Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- The Englishman is in a challenge for his spot at both club and country level
