Paul Joyce gives Trent Alexander-Arnold injury update ahead of Anfield return
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Trent Alexander-Arnold has been battling a hamstring injury that is casting doubt on whether he will face Liverpool in the Champions League Image Credits: Imago Images Trent Alexander-Arnold is preparing for a potentially hostile reception when he returns to Anfield with Real Madrid next month, having endured a frustrating hamstring injury that cut short his early Champions League season. The 27-year-old right-back was visibly distraught after suffering the pull in the opening moments of Madrid’s clash with Marseille at the Bernabéu four weeks ago, an unwelcome setback as he strives to establish himself in Spain following his summer move from Liverpool. Alexander-Arnold’s arrival from Anfield, part of a deal that saw Liverpool receive £10 million at the end of his contract, promised fresh challenges under coach Xabi Alonso.
However, a lack of regular minutes – compounded when club captain Dani Carvajal returned from a serious knee injury – limited his early involvement in La Liga, a factor Thomas Tuchel highlighted when omitting him from England’s September squads. Despite these hurdles, Alexander-Arnold’s rehabilitation is progressing ahead of schedule.
If he meets the timeline, the former Liverpool academy graduate could be back in Xabi Alonso’s squad for Madrid’s crucial Clasico showdown with Barcelona on October 26, before heading to Merseyside for the Champions League fixture on November 4. Paul Joyce of the Times has reported: “Trent Alexander-Arnold set to return from injury in time to face Liverpool.” “The defender suffered hamstring issue last month amid frustrating start to life at Real Madrid but hopes to be fit to face former club in Champions League.” “Alexander-Arnold’s recovery from the hamstring issue has been progressing well to date and the prospect of him being able to face his former team at Anfield on November 4 is now realistic.” “He is in line for a hostile return to his boyhood club, having turned down a new contract in order to experience a fresh challenge in his career.” “Real have four more games, including the Clasico showdown with Barcelona on October 26, before their trip to Merseyside and Alexander-Arnold will hope to be back in action towards the end of that sequence of fixtures.” Want to get the latest Liverpool news direct to your phone?