Trent Alexander-Arnold’s injury casts doubt over his November Anfield return as Real Madrid face Liverpool in a highly anticipated Champions League clash.
The build-up to Real Madrid’s Champions League clash with Liverpool had already promised an emotional subplot, but fresh concerns have clouded the occasion.
Trent Alexander-Arnold was forced off just minutes into Real’s recent meeting with Marseille, sustaining a hamstring injury that has raised major questions about his availability.
The right-back’s setback came in only his third start of the season, adding to the frustration. While Real manager Xabi Alonso initially urged caution, suggesting the damage “might not be as bad as it seems,” the latest updates have pointed towards a longer absence.
Reports now indicate a recovery window that could extend up to 6 to 8 weeks.
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Trent faces doubt over high-stakes return
The timing is particularly significant. Real Madrid are scheduled to visit Anfield on November 4, a date that had already drawn attention following last season’s tense ending.
BBC’s Sami Mokbel reported that sources close to the situation believe Trent is expected to miss at least a month, with the possibility of his layoff stretching beyond that.
Even without a guaranteed place in Madrid’s starting lineup, the occasion carried weight.
Alexander-Arnold had been competing with Dani Carvajal for the right-back spot, and a suspension for the Spaniard could have opened the door.
However, this injury setback now leaves his involvement uncertain, with Anfield awaiting a reception that was always bound to be hostile.
The uncertainty surrounding Alexander-Arnold’s return adds a layer of suspense to what was already one of the most anticipated fixtures of the group stage.
Whether November proves too soon or his comeback is delayed further, the spotlight will inevitably follow him back to Merseyside.
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