Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold May Face His Former Club in Forthcoming European Clash
The Spanish giants brought in Trent Alexander-Arnold on a six-year agreement
The defender's rehabilitation is moving forward well, giving a chance that the Madrid defender might return in time to play against his former team Liverpool in the upcoming Champions League encounter.
The English international experienced a hamstring injury while playing against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the group stage of the tournament on 16 September.
Alexander-Arnold exited the field in the fifth minute, with initial estimates pointing to a potential layoff of around six weeks.
Real Madrid are scheduled to face Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—precisely over a month since the incident took place.
Insiders close to the player's condition indicate that the defender's healing process is progressing well, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold may make his initial appearance to Anfield since joining Real Madrid in the summer.
A devoted Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold previously said that leaving the team he entered as a young youth player was the "hardest decision he has ever made."
During his time with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold accumulated over 350 games, contributing to claim two Premier League championships, a European Cup, and the FA Cup.
Since his transfer to Madrid, Alexander-Arnold has featured on five occasions in all competitions, logging 156 minutes of playing time.
Injury Status
- The defender might miss a month and a half with injury
- Real Madrid paid Liverpool to sign Alexander-Arnold early
- Alexander-Arnold faces a challenge for his place at both club and country level
