Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold Might Face Liverpool in Forthcoming Champions League Fixture
The Spanish giants brought in Trent Alexander-Arnold with a six-year deal
The defender's recovery is progressing smoothly, raising possibility that the Madrid right-back might recover in time to face his old team Liverpool in the upcoming European match.
The English international experienced a muscle injury during a match against Ligue 1 side Marseille in the group stage of the competition on 16 September.
Alexander-Arnold had to leave the field in the early stages, with initial estimates suggesting a possible absence of as long as a month and a half.
Real Madrid are scheduled to visit Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—exactly over a month since the incident happened.
Reports familiar with the situation state that the player's comeback is progressing favorably, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold could make his first appearance to Anfield after moving to Real Madrid in June.
A devoted Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the club he joined as a six-year-old academy talent was the "most difficult choice he's ever taken."
During his time with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold notched 354 appearances, helping win two Premier League championships, a European Cup, and the domestic cup.
After joining to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has featured five times in all competitions, totaling over two and a half hours of playing time.
Player Status
- The defender could be out for a month and a half due to injury
- Real Madrid transferred funds to Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- Alexander-Arnold is in a challenge for his place at both club and country football
