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Trent Alexander-Arnold's rehabilitation is progressing well, giving possibility that the Madrid defender could be fit in time to confront his former team Liverpool in the upcoming Champions League tie.

The English international sustained a muscle injury during a match against French side Marseille in the group stage of the competition on September 16.

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

Real Madrid will travel to visit Liverpool on November 4 for the European fixture—precisely seven weeks after the incident took place.

Reports close to the situation state that the defender's recovery is moving along well, and there is optimism that Alexander-Arnold may make his initial comeback to Anfield after signing for Real Madrid in the summer.

A lifelong Liverpool supporter, Alexander-Arnold previously remarked that departing from the team he entered as a young youth talent was the "hardest decision he has ever taken."

During his spell with the Reds, Alexander-Arnold made 354 games, helping claim two Premier League titles, a Champions League, and the FA Cup.

Since moving to the Spanish capital, Alexander-Arnold has featured on five occasions across all competitions, totaling over two and a half hours of playing time.

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• The defender may miss six weeks because of his hamstring issue
• The club transferred funds to Liverpool to sign Alexander-Arnold sooner than planned
• The Englishman faces a battle for his place at both club and international football