Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold May Face His Former Club in November's European Clash
The Spanish giants acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold on a long-term deal
The defender's comeback is advancing according to plan, raising a chance that the Madrid right-back might be fit soon enough to face his old club Liverpool in November's Champions League encounter.
The English international experienced a muscle injury while playing against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the group stage of the tournament on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold exited the pitch in the fifth minute, with early estimates pointing to a potential absence of as long as six weeks.
Real Madrid are set to face Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—exactly seven weeks after the injury took place.
Insiders familiar with the player's condition indicate that the defender's healing process is advancing positively, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold might achieve his first appearance to Anfield after signing for Real Madrid in June.
A lifelong Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold earlier remarked that leaving the club he joined as a six-year-old youth player was the "toughest decision he has ever made."
During his spell with the Merseyside club, Alexander-Arnold accumulated over 350 appearances, helping win multiple Premier League titles, a Champions League, and the domestic cup.
Since his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has featured five times in all competitions, logging 156 minutes of playing time.
Player Status
- The defender might be out for a month and a half because of injury
- The club transferred funds to the English side to sign Alexander-Arnold early
- Alexander-Arnold is in a battle for his place at both Real Madrid and international level
