Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold Could Play Against His Former Club in Upcoming European Clash
Real Madrid acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold with a six-year contract
The defender's recovery is progressing according to plan, raising a chance that the Real Madrid right-back could recover in time to play against his previous club Liverpool in the upcoming Champions League tie.
The 27-year-old player experienced a muscle injury during a match against Ligue 1 side Marseille in the initial phase of the tournament on 16 September.
Alexander-Arnold was forced off the pitch in the early stages, with early estimates suggesting a possible absence of up to a month and a half.
Real Madrid will travel to play at Liverpool on 4 November for the Champions League match—just over a month since the injury happened.
Reports familiar with the situation indicate that the defender's recovery is progressing well, and there is optimism 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 remarked that leaving the club he entered as a six-year-old academy talent was the "most difficult choice he has ever taken."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold made 354 games, contributing to secure multiple Premier League championships, a European Cup, and the domestic cup.
After his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played five times across various tournaments, accumulating over two and a half hours of game time.
Player Update
- Alexander-Arnold may miss a month and a half due to his hamstring issue
- Real Madrid paid Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- The Englishman is in a battle for his place at both Real Madrid and country level
