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Trent Alexander-Arnold's rehabilitation is moving forward well, giving possibility that the Real Madrid defender could recover in time to face his previous team Liverpool in November's European tie.

The English player suffered a muscle injury during a match against Ligue 1 club Marseille in the group stage of the competition on 16 September.

Alexander-Arnold was forced off the pitch in the fifth minute, with initial estimates indicating a possible layoff of around six weeks.

Real Madrid are scheduled to play at Liverpool on 4 November for the European fixture—just seven weeks after the incident took place.

Reports familiar with the situation indicate that the player's healing process is moving along favorably, and there is hope that Alexander-Arnold may achieve his initial appearance to Anfield since signing for Los Blancos in June.

A lifelong Liverpool fan, Alexander-Arnold previously stated that leaving the club he entered as a six-year-old youth talent was the "hardest choice he has ever taken."

During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold made over 350 games, contributing to claim two Premier League titles, a Champions League, and the FA Cup.

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

Injury Status

• Alexander-Arnold may miss six weeks because of his hamstring issue
• Real Madrid transferred funds to Liverpool to sign Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
• The Englishman is in a fight for his spot at both club and international level