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Trent Alexander-Arnold's rehabilitation is moving forward according to plan, raising hope that the Real Madrid defender could recover soon enough to confront his previous team Liverpool in November's Champions League encounter.

The 27-year-old player experienced a muscle injury during a match against French side Marseille in the group stage of the tournament on 16 September.

Alexander-Arnold exited the pitch in the early stages, with initial reports pointing to a potential absence of around six weeks.

Real Madrid are set to play at Liverpool on 4 November for the European match—precisely over a month after the injury took place.

Reports close to the situation suggest that the defender's comeback is advancing favorably, and there is expectation that Alexander-Arnold may achieve his first return to Anfield after moving to Los Blancos in the summer.

A devoted Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the club he entered as a six-year-old youth talent was the "most difficult decision he's ever made."

During his tenure with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold made over 350 appearances, contributing to secure multiple Premier League titles, a Champions League, and the FA Cup.

Since joining to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has played on five occasions across all competitions, totaling 156 minutes of playing time.

Injury Update

• The defender may be out for a month and a half due to his hamstring issue
• Real Madrid transferred funds to Liverpool to acquire Alexander-Arnold early
• Alexander-Arnold faces a challenge for his spot at both Real Madrid and international football