Real Madrid hit with injury blow ahead of Liverpool Champions League clash

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Liverpool's Champions League rival Real Madrid has been dealt another injury blow, with Dani Carvajal ruled out for approximately four weeks. Speaking of Alexander-Arnold, Madrid's stance on selling the England international has emerged.

Los Blancos renew hostilities with their European counterparts once more, following their previous final encounters and Arne Slot's side's crucial triumph during last season's league phase. The 33-year-old was withdrawn on the hour mark during Saturday's devastating 5-2 Madrid derby defeat to Atletico.

Real Madrid's medical statement read: "Following tests carried out today on Dani Carvajal by Real Madrid's medical department, the player has been diagnosed with an injury to the soleus muscle in his right leg. Madrid's defeat on Saturday meant the team missed an opportunity to extend its lead at the top of La Liga, and Barcelona could overtake Madrid with a victory over Real Sociedad on Sunday.