Los Blancos' Trent Alexander-Arnold Could Face His Former Club in Upcoming European Match
Real Madrid brought in Trent Alexander-Arnold on a six-year contract
The defender's comeback is advancing smoothly, giving a chance that the Madrid right-back might return in time to face his old team Liverpool in the upcoming European tie.
The English player suffered a muscle problem while playing against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the initial phase of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold exited the pitch in the fifth minute, with initial estimates suggesting a possible absence of around six weeks.
Real Madrid are set to play at Liverpool on November 4 for the Champions League match—just over a month since the injury occurred.
Sources familiar with the player's condition state that the defender's comeback is moving along favorably, and there is optimism that Alexander-Arnold could make his initial return to Anfield after moving to Los Blancos in June.
A devoted Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the club he entered as a young youth talent was the "most difficult decision he's ever taken."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold accumulated over 350 appearances, contributing to claim two Premier League championships, a European Cup, and the domestic cup.
Since his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has featured five times in all competitions, totaling over two and a half hours of game time.
Player Status
- The defender may be out for a month and a half with injury
- The club transferred funds to Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- Alexander-Arnold is in a challenge for his spot at both Real Madrid and international level
