Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold Might Return to Face His Former Club in Forthcoming European Clash
The Spanish giants signed Trent Alexander-Arnold on a multi-year deal
The defender's rehabilitation is moving forward well, giving a chance that the Real Madrid defender could return in time to face his former team Liverpool in November's Champions League encounter.
The 27-year-old player sustained a hamstring strain during a match against French 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 potential absence of up to six weeks.
Real Madrid are set to play at Liverpool on November 4 for the Champions League match—exactly seven weeks since the injury took place.
Sources familiar with the player's condition suggest that the player's recovery is progressing favorably, and there is hope that Alexander-Arnold could make his first return to Anfield after joining Real Madrid in June.
A devoted Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold earlier remarked that leaving the team he joined as a six-year-old academy player was the "toughest decision he's ever made."
During his tenure with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold made over 350 games, helping claim two Premier League championships, a European Cup, and the FA Cup.
After moving to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played on five occasions in all competitions, totaling 156 minutes of game time.
Player Status
- The defender might be out for six weeks because of his hamstring issue
- The club transferred funds to Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- Alexander-Arnold faces a challenge for his place at both Real Madrid and country football
