Los Blancos' Alexander-Arnold May Face Liverpool in Forthcoming European Clash
The Spanish giants acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold with a six-year deal
Trent Alexander-Arnold's recovery is progressing according to plan, giving possibility that the Real Madrid right-back could be fit soon enough to play against his previous team Liverpool in November's European match.
The 27-year-old player sustained a muscle problem during a match against French side Marseille in the group stage of the tournament on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold exited the field in the early stages, with initial estimates pointing to a potential absence of around a month and a half.
Real Madrid will travel to face Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—precisely over a month since the incident happened.
Insiders familiar with the player's condition state that the player's healing process is progressing well, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold might make his first comeback to Liverpool's stadium after signing for Real Madrid in the summer.
A devoted Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously said that leaving the club he joined as a young academy player was the "toughest choice he's ever made."
During his time with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold notched 354 appearances, contributing to secure two English top-flight titles, a Champions League, and the domestic cup.
After joining to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played on five occasions across all competitions, logging 156 minutes of action.
Injury Status
- Alexander-Arnold may be out for six weeks with his hamstring issue
- Real Madrid paid Liverpool to secure Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- The Englishman is in a battle for his place at both club and international level
