November 9th 2024.
Unfortunately for Liverpool, Trent Alexander-Arnold had to leave the game in the first half at Anfield. Manager Arne Slot is anticipating that Alexander-Arnold will not be able to join the England squad for their upcoming international fixtures due to his injury. It was during Liverpool's 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Saturday night that the right-back pulled up and signaled to his right hamstring while speaking with the physio on the ground.
Consequently, Conor Bradley was brought on to replace Alexander-Arnold in the 25th minute. It is now expected that the defender will have to withdraw from England's squad as they prepare for their Nations League matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland next week. Slot expressed his concern over the situation, stating that it is always worrisome when a player has to come off the field so early in the game.
The manager clarified that Alexander-Arnold did not request to be substituted because he was tired, but rather because he felt some discomfort in his hamstring. This is not a good sign, according to Slot, but it is difficult to determine the severity of the injury immediately after the game. He remains hopeful that it is not too serious and that the player will be back in action soon.
However, Slot believes it is unlikely that Alexander-Arnold will be fit to play for England this week, although he hopes he will be able to make a speedy recovery. Liverpool's victory over Villa puts them five points ahead of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table. Goals from Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah secured the win for the Reds.
After the international break, Slot's team will travel to Southampton for their next game on November 24. Hopefully, by then, Alexander-Arnold will have had enough time to recover and rejoin his teammates on the field. Until then, the manager and fans will have to wait and see how serious the injury is and how long it will take for Alexander-Arnold to return to the pitch.
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