Real Madrid Faces Fresh Nightmare as Star Player Suffers Another Devastating Injury Blow
Real Madrid are expressing significant worry regarding the injury sustained by right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold during the match against Athletic Club, according to recent reports.
After just recovering from a hamstring issue, the ex-Liverpool fullback was delivering what could be considered his finest display since joining in the summer and provided his inaugural assist of the campaign for Kylian Mbappé's opener. However, he had to leave the pitch during the early stages of the second period in Wednesday's 3–0 triumph.
While Alexander-Arnold was delivering a lengthy ball forward, he instantly clutched his leg and began showing signs of discomfort, before being substituted and immediately directed to the tunnel for medical evaluation.
Though the complete scope of Alexander-Arnold's muscle problem remains unclear, ESPN reports that Madrid executives fear the England international might face an extended period away from action.
Additional medical examinations will take place on Thursday to establish the duration of Alexander-Arnold's recovery period. His typical replacement, Dani Carvajal, is currently sidelined with a knee problem and isn't anticipated to return until the end of January.
The adaptable Federico Valverde, primarily a central midfielder, stepped in previously this campaign when both Alexander-Arnold and Carvajal were unavailable due to injuries, and might need to fulfill this role once more.
Conflicting Information Regarding Eduardo Camavinga's Recent Problem
Quarter of an hour following Alexander-Arnold's withdrawal, Real Madrid also saw midfielder Eduardo Camavinga exit due to another physical concern.
The France international, whose recurring fitness problems have raised doubts about his long-term prospects at the Bernabéu, was substituted with what seemed to be an ankle complaint, and there are contradictory accounts regarding how serious his newest problem might be.
While ESPN suggests Madrid aren't overly troubled by Camavinga's condition, MARCA references a source stating "both situations are concerning," referring to Alexander-Arnold's problem as well.
Similar to the defender, Camavinga will undergo additional medical assessments, but both players' participation in Sunday's home fixture against Celta Vigo now seems highly questionable.
More troubling still, Madrid host Manchester City at the Bernabéu next Wednesday for a crucial Champions League league phase encounter. Xabi Alonso's team currently occupies fifth position in the table but risks falling out of the direct qualification places with a loss to City, who trail by two points.