Los Blancos' Alexander-Arnold Might Face Liverpool in November's European Match
The Spanish giants brought in Trent Alexander-Arnold on a six-year contract
Trent Alexander-Arnold's comeback is moving forward smoothly, giving hope that the Madrid right-back might return in time to face his former team Liverpool in November's Champions League encounter.
The 27-year-old international sustained a muscle problem while playing against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the initial phase of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold had to leave the pitch in the fifth minute, with early reports indicating a possible layoff of as long as six weeks.
Real Madrid are scheduled to visit Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—precisely over a month after the injury occurred.
Insiders familiar with the situation state that the defender's comeback is moving along positively, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold might make his first comeback to Anfield after signing for Los Blancos in the summer.
A longtime Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously said that leaving the team he entered as a six-year-old academy talent was the "toughest decision he has ever taken."
During his tenure with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold notched 354 games, contributing to claim multiple Premier League titles, a European Cup, and the domestic cup.
After moving to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has appeared five times in various tournaments, accumulating 156 minutes of playing time.
Player Status
- The defender may be out for a month and a half with injury
- Real Madrid transferred funds to Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold early
- The Englishman is in a battle for his spot at both club and country level
