Los Blancos' Alexander-Arnold Might Play Against His Former Club in Forthcoming Champions League Fixture
The Spanish giants signed Trent Alexander-Arnold with a long-term contract
The defender's recovery is advancing well, giving hope that the Madrid defender may return soon enough to play against his previous club Liverpool in November's Champions League tie.
The 27-year-old player suffered a muscle problem while playing against Ligue 1 side Marseille in the initial phase of the tournament on 16 September.
Alexander-Arnold was forced off the pitch in the early stages, with early reports suggesting a possible absence of up to six weeks.
Real Madrid are set to play at Liverpool on 4 November for the European match—just over a month since the injury took place.
Sources familiar with the situation indicate that the defender's recovery is advancing favorably, and there is hope that Alexander-Arnold could make his first return to Anfield after signing for Real Madrid in the summer.
A longtime Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold earlier stated that departing from the club he joined as a six-year-old academy talent was the "hardest decision he has ever taken."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold notched 354 games, contributing to claim two Premier League championships, a European Cup, and the domestic cup.
After his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played five times across all competitions, logging over two and a half hours of playing time.
Injury Status
- Alexander-Arnold might be out for six weeks with his hamstring issue
- The club transferred funds to Liverpool to secure Alexander-Arnold early
- Alexander-Arnold faces a battle for his spot at both club and international football
