Trent Alexander-Arnold to Miss Man City Clash, Amid Criticism from Spanish Media

The injury list doesn't seem to end for Real Madrid, as Trent Alexander Arnold has been sidelined after the game against Athletic Bilbao. The Englishman was one of the standout performers for the Los Blancos in the match, providing a sublime assist for Kylian Mbappe in the 7th minute of the game. However, his recent muscle injury in the rectus femoris of his left quadriceps is set to keep him out for a period of at least two months, which means he is set to miss important league stage clashes in the UEFA Champions League against Manchester City, Monaco and Benfica, and the entirety of the Spanish Super Cup. With Dani Carvajal out injured, this Arnold injury has complicated things for Xabi Alonso once again. Fede Valverde might have to sacrifice his midfield position to cover for the Englishman until the Arnold injury issue is resolved.

Raul Asencio is also an option, but the youngster has mainly played as a centre-back till now. All eyes are on Fede Valverde as of now, as the right flank of Real Madrid screams for revival. The issue with the right-hand side of the field for Real Madrid isn't something new. After Carvajal's injury last year, the fans and pundits called for a new signing who could dominate the right-back position for years just as the veteran Spaniard had done. However, Trent Alexander Arnold injuries in his first season with the Los Blancos haven't helped the cause at all.

Spanish Media Throws Trent Alexander Arnold In the Fire

While a lot of players have struggled this season for Real Madrid, Trent Alexander Arnold has been cherry-picked out of all by the Spanish media and has been harshly criticised from the first time he has set foot on the field for the Royal Whites. MARCA, one of the leading Spanish publications, claimed that Trent is a clueless player whose inability to create in open play is often covered by his set-piece taking ability.

Trent's defensive abilities have always been inferior to his attacking abilities, the proof of which was quite visible in his former club, Liverpool. A lot of goals that Liverpool conceded resulted from his side of the field, which raised questions about the defender's basics every now and then. Now that he is at Real Madrid, the issue persists, which has drawn a lot of criticism of late. The Englishman has started just four La Liga games and one Champions League game this season. Despite him being fit, Xabi Alonso chose to field Fede Valverde on numerous occasions. All these factors point to the fact that maybe Trent Alexander Arnold, who's considered one of the best right-backs in the world, is yet to get ready for what the club demands.

When will Trent Alexander Arnold Return to Action?

Trent Alexander Arnold return date from injury will be after two months as of now, according to the official statement from Real Madrid. We will keep you updated as soon as we get further information about the Arnold injury and its recovery timeline.