Real Madrid is reportedly intensifying its pursuit of Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold following a serious injury to Dani Carvajal.
The Spanish defender suffered a major knee injury during a 2-0 win over Villarreal, forcing him to exit the match early.
Medical assessments have confirmed that Carvajal has torn his anterior cruciate ligament, external collateral ligament, and popliteus tendon in his right leg.
This injury will keep him sidelined for the rest of the 2024-25 season, leaving a significant gap in the squad.
With Carvajal out, manager Carlo Ancelotti is now relying on Lucas Vazquez for the right-back role, though there are a few potential options from the Castilla team.
Real Madrid may consider bolstering their defense during the January transfer window.
According to *Marca*, Real Madrid could accelerate their plans to sign Alexander-Arnold, who was initially being considered for a summer move when he might be available on a free transfer due to his expiring contract.
However, Carvajal’s injury may push the club to make an earlier bid for the talented full-back in January.
Despite being in the final year of his contract, Alexander-Arnold has been essential for Liverpool, starting in nine of their ten competitive matches this season, including all seven Premier League games.
Given his importance, it is unlikely that Liverpool would agree to sell him mid-season.
The club’s decision on a potential January offer could depend on the progress of contract negotiations with Alexander-Arnold.
Recent reports suggest that he is open to extending his stay at Anfield, despite Real Madrid’s growing interest.
