Trent Alexander-Arnold is one step closer to a return to Liverpool later this season after a controversial Champions League night.
The Reds have already guaranteed their spot in the European round of 16 after placing in the top eight in the league phase.
Before they start aiming for a seventh continental title in March, Arne Slot’s team can now take a break and watch this month’s play-offs.
The thrilling match between Real Madrid and Benfica in the final league phase was replayed, and this time, despite some controversy, the Spanish powerhouses defeated their Portuguese rivals.
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Madrid will lead 1-0 going into the second leg at the Bernabeu next week thanks to a goal from Vinicius Jr. in Lisbon.
Real Madrid Could Face Liverpool Again This Season
According to Liverpool Echo, another potential visit to Liverpool for Alexander-Arnold later in the competition is on the cards
The two teams have already faced off this season, with the Reds winning 1-0 at Anfield in the league phase. And if both make it that far, they might cross paths again in the semifinals.
When Liverpool play either Galatasaray or Juventus, Club Brugge or Atletico Madrid on February 27, they will find out which section of the draw they will be in.
In the first case, they would be headed toward a potential run-in with Real Madrid and Alexander-Arnold, who appears to be now settled in Spain.
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