Los Blancos' Trent Alexander-Arnold May Play Against His Former Club in Upcoming European Clash
The Spanish giants signed Trent Alexander-Arnold with a multi-year deal
The defender's recovery is moving forward according to plan, raising a chance that the Real Madrid defender may be fit in time to face his former team Liverpool in November's European tie.
The English player experienced a hamstring injury while playing against Ligue 1 side Marseille in the initial phase of the tournament on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold had to leave the pitch in the early stages, with early indications indicating a possible absence of around a month and a half.
Real Madrid are scheduled to visit Liverpool on 4 November for the European fixture—just seven weeks since the incident happened.
Insiders familiar with the player's condition suggest that the defender's recovery is moving along positively, and there is optimism that Alexander-Arnold may achieve his first appearance to Anfield after signing for Real Madrid in June.
A longtime Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously remarked that leaving the club he joined as a six-year-old youth talent was the "most difficult decision he has ever made."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold made over 350 appearances, helping win multiple English top-flight championships, a Champions League, and the FA Cup.
After moving to Madrid, Alexander-Arnold has featured five times across various tournaments, logging 156 minutes of action.
Player Status
- The defender might be out for a month and a half with his hamstring issue
- The club paid Liverpool to secure Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- Alexander-Arnold is in a challenge for his spot at both Real Madrid and international football
