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The defender's comeback is moving forward well, giving a chance that the Real Madrid defender may return in time to confront his previous club Liverpool in the upcoming European tie.

The English international experienced a muscle injury while playing against French side Marseille in the initial phase of the tournament on 16 September.

Alexander-Arnold was forced off the field in the fifth minute, with early indications pointing to a possible layoff of around six weeks.

Real Madrid will travel to face Liverpool on November 4 for the Champions League fixture—exactly over a month after the injury occurred.

Reports familiar with the player's condition indicate that the player's recovery is progressing favorably, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold may achieve his initial return to Anfield after moving to Real Madrid in the summer.

A lifelong Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously said that departing from the club he entered as a six-year-old academy player was the "toughest choice he's ever taken."

During his time with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold accumulated 354 appearances, helping claim multiple Premier League championships, a Champions League, and the domestic cup.

After his transfer to Madrid, Alexander-Arnold has played on five occasions in all competitions, accumulating over two and a half hours of action.

Player Status

• Alexander-Arnold may be out for a month and a half with injury
• The club transferred funds to the English side to acquire Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
• Alexander-Arnold faces a battle for his spot at both Real Madrid and country level