English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold sent a heartfelt message to Real Madrid fans after it was officially announced that he would be sidelined for two months due to an injury sustained in the team's recent match against Bilbao.

The player wrote on his official Instagram account: "I feel deeply disappointed by what happened. The timing is painful, but I will do my best to come back stronger and better! See you in 2026, Madridistas."

Real Madrid announced that the medical examinations Arnold underwent revealed an injury to the rectus femoris muscle of the left quadriceps, an injury that requires a relatively long treatment and rehabilitation program lasting approximately eight weeks.

Arnold's absence is a major blow to coach Xabi Alonso at a crucial stage of the season, while the club and fans hope that the English star will return fully fit at the start of the new year.