Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold Could Play Against His Former Club in Upcoming Champions League Fixture
Real Madrid acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold with a six-year deal
Trent Alexander-Arnold's comeback is progressing according to plan, giving a chance that the Real Madrid right-back could be fit in time to face his old club Liverpool in the upcoming European encounter.
The 27-year-old international sustained a hamstring strain while playing against French side Marseille in the group stage of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold exited the field in the fifth minute, with early indications pointing to a possible absence of up to six weeks.
Real Madrid are scheduled to visit Liverpool on 4 November for the Champions League fixture—precisely seven weeks after the injury occurred.
Insiders familiar with the situation state that the player's comeback is moving along well, and there is optimism that Alexander-Arnold could make his initial return to Liverpool's stadium after joining Los Blancos in the summer.
A devoted Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold earlier remarked that leaving the team he joined as a six-year-old academy player was the "hardest choice he has ever taken."
During his spell with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold notched 354 appearances, contributing to claim multiple Premier League titles, a Champions League, and the domestic cup.
Since moving to Madrid, Alexander-Arnold has appeared on five occasions in all competitions, logging 156 minutes of game time.
Player Update
- The defender may miss six weeks due to his hamstring issue
- Real Madrid transferred funds to Liverpool to sign Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- The Englishman is in a battle for his spot at both Real Madrid and country football
