Real Madrid's Alexander-Arnold Might Return to Face Liverpool in Upcoming Champions League Clash

The defender's rehabilitation is moving forward according to plan, giving a chance that the Madrid right-back may recover in time to play against his old team Liverpool in the upcoming European tie.

The English player suffered a muscle problem during a match against French club Marseille in the initial phase of the tournament on 16 September.

Alexander-Arnold had to leave the pitch in the fifth minute, with initial indications pointing to a possible absence of as long as six weeks.

Real Madrid will travel to play at Liverpool on November 4 for the European match—exactly over a month after the incident happened.

Insiders familiar with the situation state that the defender's healing process is advancing well, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold could make his first comeback to Liverpool's stadium since signing for Real Madrid in the summer.

A longtime Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the team he joined as a six-year-old academy talent was the "toughest choice he has ever made."

During his time with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold made over 350 appearances, helping win multiple Premier League championships, a European Cup, and the FA Cup.

Since joining to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played on five occasions in all competitions, totaling 156 minutes of action.

Injury Update

• Alexander-Arnold may miss six weeks due to his hamstring issue
• The club transferred funds to the English side to acquire Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
• Alexander-Arnold faces a fight for his spot at both club and international level