November 10, (THEWILL) – Liverpool’s English Premier League triumph over Aston Villa has been overshadowed by an injury to Trent Alexander-Arnold, who exited the match during the first half at Anfield on Saturday.
The 2-0 victory extended Liverpool’s lead at the summit of the EPL to five points.
The England international was substituted in the 25th minute, after indicating discomfort in his right hamstring.
Manager Arne Slot addressed the situation post-match, suggesting the injury could be significant given the timing of the player’s withdrawal.
“It is difficult to say how serious it is, but it is always serious if a player goes out in the first half. He felt something,” Slot told reporters.
The manager expressed doubt regarding Alexander-Arnold’s availability for upcoming England duties in the Nations League fixtures against Greece and Ireland.
The timing presents particular concerns for Liverpool, who face a demanding schedule upon return from the international break.
The Merseyside club will meet Southampton on November 24, followed by crucial encounters with Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League and domestic clashes against Manchester City and Newcastle United.
The 26-year-old defender’s absence could impact both club and country, with interim England manager Lee Carsley now potentially needing to revise his squad selections for the forthcoming international matches.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
