Los Blancos' Alexander-Arnold May Face His Former Club in Upcoming European Clash
The Spanish giants signed Trent Alexander-Arnold with a long-term deal
Trent Alexander-Arnold's rehabilitation is moving forward according to plan, giving a chance that the Madrid defender could return in time to play against his old club Liverpool in the upcoming European match.
The English international suffered a muscle problem during a match against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the group stage of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold exited the pitch in the fifth minute, with early estimates pointing to a possible absence of around six weeks.
Real Madrid will travel to visit Liverpool on November 4 for the European match—just seven weeks after the incident took place.
Insiders familiar with the player's condition state that the defender's comeback is advancing well, and there is optimism that Alexander-Arnold could make his first comeback to Liverpool's stadium since joining Real Madrid in the summer.
A devoted Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold earlier said that leaving the club he joined as a young youth talent was the "most difficult choice he has ever made."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold made 354 appearances, helping secure multiple English top-flight titles, a European Cup, and the FA Cup.
Since his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played on five occasions across all competitions, accumulating 156 minutes of action.
Injury Update
- Alexander-Arnold might miss a month and a half because of his hamstring issue
- Real Madrid transferred funds to Liverpool to secure Alexander-Arnold early
- The Englishman faces a battle for his spot at both club and country football
