Trent Alexander-Arnold could make his first return to Anfield against Liverpool after Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal was ruled out with a knee injury, offering the Englishman a chance to start for his new club.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is in contention to face Liverpool for the first time since his summer departure, following Dani Carvajal’s injury setback. The right-back left Anfield after a decorated spell, joining Real Madrid for £10 million before his contract expired.
Since arriving in Spain, Alexander-Arnold has struggled to establish himself due to a hamstring issue that saw him substituted after just three minutes in the Champions League opener against Marseille.
He has since been limited to substitute appearances, including a place on the bench during Sunday’s El Clasico, where Carvajal and Fede Valverde were preferred. Carvajal’s injury, diagnosed as a loose joint in his right knee, means he will undergo surgery and miss upcoming fixtures.
This development could see Alexander-Arnold handed just his fourth start for Real Madrid, potentially against his former club. The 26-year-old has been working diligently to regain full fitness and is now in line for a significant opportunity.
