Champions League Round-Up: Liverpool suffer double injury blow as Alexander-Arnold makes Real Madrid decision

Liverpool have suffered a major double blow with Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak sidelined ahead of their Champions League campaign. Elsewhere, Trent Alexander-Arnold has made a definitive decision on his Real Madrid future, while Arsenal Women target a swift recovery from their Chelsea defeat.

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05:19 - 28/09/2026

Liverpool hit by attacking crisis amid injury blow

Liverpool face an attacking crisis as key players suffer injuries ahead of crucial fixtures.

Cody Gakpo (four goals in five games) suffered a left ankle injury in the 17th minute of the Netherlands' clash with Serbia on 27 September 2026. Alexander Isak has also withdrawn from the Sweden squad with a thigh injury and is expected to miss three matches. Liverpool face major concerns ahead of their blockbuster clash with Manchester City on 11 October 2026 and their Champions League campaign.

Alexander-Arnold commits future to Real Madrid, ruling out Premier League return

Trent Alexander-Arnold commits his long-term future to Real Madrid, ruling out a Premier League return.

The 27-year-old defender Alexander-Arnold has committed his long-term future to Real Madrid until June 2031, ruling out a return to the Premier League in January 2027. Despite interest from Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Chelsea, he remains determined to fight for his starting spot at the Bernabeu.

Arsenal Women determined to bounce back in Champions League

Arsenal Women look to bounce back in the Champions League following their WSL defeat.

Arsenal Women suffered a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea in the WSL on 27 September 2026. Captain Kim Little has urged the squad to maintain absolute focus ahead of their Champions League clash against Paris on 30 September 2026.

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