Trent Alexander-Arnold: Real Madrid Injury Update
- Trent Alexander-Arnold, 26, sustained a left leg injury during his start in Tuesday's match at teh Bernabeu, forcing him off the field in the fifth minute.
- Alexander-Arnold joined Real Madrid on June 1, 2025, after Liverpool accepted a transfer fee to release the defender from his contract early.
- The injury means Alexander-Arnold will miss England's upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia.
Trent Alexander-Arnold Suffers Injury During Real Madrid Debut Season
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Injury Details and Timeline
Trent Alexander-Arnold, 26, sustained a left leg injury during his start in Tuesday’s match at teh Bernabeu, forcing him off the field in the fifth minute. Sources indicate Alexander-Arnold is expected to be sidelined for at least one month, perhaps extending to six weeks.
Transfer to Real Madrid
Alexander-Arnold joined Real Madrid on June 1, 2025, after Liverpool accepted a transfer fee to release the defender from his contract early.
Impact on International Duty
The injury means Alexander-Arnold will miss England’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. He is now a notable doubt for next month’s fixtures against Wales and Latvia, potentially impacting England’s preparations for the tournament.
Return to Anfield in Doubt
Alexander-Arnold faces a race against time to be fit for Real Madrid’s visit to Liverpool on November 4, 2025. This match would mark his first return to Anfield since his transfer to the Spanish club.
Early Season Performance
Despite the injury, Alexander-Arnold had made a promising start to his Real Madrid career. He featured in five matches across all competitions, including five appearances at the Club World Cup over the summer, where he provided two assists.He has featured in five games across all competitions in the 2025-26 season.