Alexander-Arnold set to miss two months for Real Madrid | OneFootball

Real Madrid has received troubling news as defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to be sidelined for six to eight weeks. Reports from Mundodeportivo confirm the England international’s absence.

The former Liverpool star joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2025 and has struggled to maintain a consistent place in the starting eleven.

His latest injury comes at an inconvenient time for manager Xabi Alonso.

Alexander-Arnold was forced off the pitch in the fifth minute of Madrid’s Champions League opener against Olympique Marseille. The early exit raised immediate concerns over the severity of his injury.

Medical tests revealed that Alexander-Arnold has suffered a muscle injury in the hamstring of his left leg, according to an official statement from Real Madrid’s medical team.

The defender is now expected to return only in November, meaning he will miss the upcoming El Clasico.

This also rules him out of Real Madrid’s Champions League fixture against his former club, Liverpool, in Madrid.

Alonso faces right-back crisis

Alexander-Arnold’s injury comes as a further blow for Alonso, who also has to deal with Dani Carvajal’s suspension.

Carvajal received a straight red card during the same game, potentially ruling him out for three Champions League matches.

With both first-choice right-backs unavailable, Real Madrid will have to find alternatives in a crucial period of the season.

The manager may turn to Fede Valverde, who previously featured in that position under former manager Carlo Ancelotti.

The timing of Alexander-Arnold’s injury could disrupt Madrid’s plans for the Champions League and domestic league matches.

His absence will be felt both in defence and when building attacks from the back.

Alonso now faces the challenge of adjusting his squad to address these defensive issues. Team rotation and tactical changes will be crucial to maintain stability at the back.

Real Madrid’s fans will hope for a speedy recovery for Alexander-Arnold. His presence is important for both the Spanish league and European competitions.

The club will closely monitor his rehabilitation over the coming weeks.