Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold Could Return to Face His Former Club in Upcoming Champions League Match
The Spanish giants acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold with a long-term contract
The defender's recovery is moving forward well, raising hope that the Madrid defender may return in time to face his previous club Liverpool in November's Champions League encounter.
The 27-year-old player suffered a muscle injury while playing against French side Marseille in the group stage of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold had to leave the pitch in the early stages, with initial estimates suggesting a potential absence of around six weeks.
Real Madrid are scheduled to visit Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—just over a month since the injury occurred.
Insiders familiar with the situation state that the player's healing process is advancing well, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold might achieve his initial return to Liverpool's stadium after moving to Los Blancos in the summer.
A devoted Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the team he entered as a young academy talent was the "toughest decision he's ever made."
During his spell with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold notched 354 games, contributing to win multiple Premier League championships, a Champions League, and the domestic cup.
After his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played five times in various tournaments, logging over two and a half hours of action.
Injury Update
- The defender could be out for a month and a half due to injury
- Real Madrid transferred funds to Liverpool to sign Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- Alexander-Arnold faces a fight for his spot at both Real Madrid and country level
