Los Blancos' Alexander-Arnold Could Play Against His Former Club in Forthcoming Champions League Clash
The Spanish giants acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold with a long-term deal
The defender's rehabilitation is progressing smoothly, giving a chance that the Madrid right-back could be fit soon enough to play against his old club Liverpool in the upcoming Champions League encounter.
The 27-year-old player sustained a muscle injury while playing against French club Marseille in the initial phase of the competition on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold had to leave the pitch in the early stages, with early reports pointing to a possible absence of around six weeks.
Real Madrid are scheduled to play at Liverpool on November 4 for the European match—precisely seven weeks after the incident took place.
Sources familiar with the situation suggest that the player's comeback is moving along well, and there is hope that Alexander-Arnold may achieve his initial comeback to Liverpool's stadium after joining Los Blancos in the summer.
A devoted Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the team he entered as a six-year-old academy talent was the "hardest decision he's ever taken."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold accumulated 354 games, helping win two Premier League titles, a Champions League, and the domestic cup.
Since his transfer to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played five times across various tournaments, accumulating over two and a half hours of playing time.
Injury News
- Alexander-Arnold might be out for six weeks with his hamstring issue
- The club paid the English side to sign Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
- Alexander-Arnold is in a battle for his spot at both Real Madrid and country football
