Is Trent Alexander-Arnold Injured? Real Madrid Star Faces Two-Month Layoff

Real Madrid Defender Confirms Injury Setback

Trent Alexander-Arnold described himself as “absolutely gutted” to have suffered a fresh injury problem that will force him to miss at least the rest of 2025 while he recovers. Following tests carried out by Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a muscular injury to the rectus anterior quadriceps in his left leg.

How the Injury Occurred

Not long back from a hamstring problem that forced him to sit out seven games, Alexander-Arnold had to come out of Real Madrid’s 3–0 win over Athletic Club only 10 minutes into the second half because of a quad injury. The right-back appeared to suffer a muscular problem after kicking the ball upfield, limping on the sidelines before asking to be withdrawn.

Expected Recovery Timeline

After initial concerns of a lengthy layoff, reports suggested that Alexander-Arnold is expected to miss around two months. That timeframe puts him on course to return in early February. The former Liverpool defender confirmed he won’t play again until 2026.

Significance for Real Madrid and England

Alexander-Arnold’s debut season at the Bernabéu—after joining from Liverpool in a high-profile move last summer—has already been heavily disrupted by injuries. This latest setback presents significant challenges for Real Madrid’s defensive options during a crucial period of the season. This latest injury setback casts further doubt on whether the defender can stake a claim for a spot in the England World Cup squad. The 26-year-old’s injury struggles have marred what was anticipated to be a landmark transfer to the Spanish giants.