Real Madrid acquired Trent Alexander-Arnold with a long-term deal
The defender's recovery is progressing smoothly, giving a chance that the Madrid defender might return in time to face his old team Liverpool in the upcoming European encounter.
The English international experienced a hamstring injury during a match against French club Marseille in the initial phase of the tournament on September 16.
Alexander-Arnold was forced off the field in the early stages, with initial indications suggesting a potential absence of up to a month and a half.
Real Madrid are scheduled to face Liverpool on November 4 for the European match—just seven weeks after the injury happened.
Reports close to the situation indicate that the defender's healing process is moving along favorably, and there is optimism that Alexander-Arnold could make his first comeback to Anfield since joining Real Madrid in the summer.
A lifelong Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that departing from the club he joined as a six-year-old youth talent was the "most difficult choice he has ever made."
During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold accumulated 354 games, helping win two Premier League championships, a Champions League, and the FA Cup.
After joining to Madrid, Alexander-Arnold has appeared five times across all competitions, logging 156 minutes of action.
Injury Update
- Alexander-Arnold may be out for six weeks because of his hamstring issue
- Real Madrid paid Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold early
- The Englishman is in a fight for his spot at both club and country level
