Trent Alexander-Arnold could miss Liverpool return after Real Madrid injury blow

Football
17 Sep 2025 • 5:32 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Trent Alexander-Arnold sustained an apparent hamstring injury during his Champions League debut for Real Madrid against Marseille.
  • The English defender was forced off the pitch after only five minutes and was subsequently replaced by Dani Carvajal.
  • This injury adds to a difficult start for Alexander-Arnold at Real Madrid since his summer transfer from boyhood club Liverpool.
  • He had previously departed Liverpool on frosty terms and was booed by fans following the announcement of his exit.
  • The severity of the injury could jeopardise his availability for Real Madrid's upcoming Champions League fixture against Liverpool at Anfield.

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