Trent Alexander-Arnold injury twist revealed before Liverpool return after Real Madrid decision

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Liverpool Echo IconSportFootballTrent Alexander-ArnoldLiverpool host Real Madrid at Anfield in the Champions League in early November, but Trent Alexander-Arnold has an injury ahead of his potential return to AnfieldTrent Alexander-Arnold is expected to have fully recovered from a hamstring injury after the upcoming international break. The former Liverpool vice-captain was said to be facing six weeks on the sidelines after sustaining the setback earlier this month.There were also fears that Real Madrid could be without the player for eight weeks, which would have meant missing a first return to Anfield with the Spanish club.

However, it now appears that Alexander-Arnold will return within a month of suffering the injury.Coming back in that timeframe was the most optimistic timeline after their disappointing start in their first Champions League match against Marseille, but it is now reportedly the expectation. That would mean the right-back could play at Anfield after all.Watch Galatasaray vs Liverpool for freeThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.

Fans can watch the game for free by signing up for an Amazon Prime 30-day trial.Madrid-based sports newspaper Marca claims the expectation is for Alexander-Arnold to be fully recovered after the international break. So, if neither Alexander-Arnold nor the Spaniard recovers in time, Jimenez could be playing at Anfield.Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.