Real Madrid: Alexander-Arnold sidelined for a long timeReal Madrid: the length of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s absence revealedReal Madrid: Alexander-Arnold sidelined for a long timeReal Madrid seemed set for a flawless evening at San Mamés after their emphatic victory over Athletic (0-3), but the euphoria quickly gave way to concern. Substituted as early as the 55th minute, Trent Alexander-Arnold felt a worrying pain. According to El Chiringuito, the diagnosis is alarming:”Arnold’s injury will last… he’s practically saying goodbye to 2025.”A devastating blow for Xabi Alonso, who had counted on the English full-back as a key component of his system.🚨 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡: Trent Alexander-Arnold’s injury last night will be a long one. He will most likely not play again in 2025.— @JLSanchez78pic.twitter.com/DzCiBtkwWD— The Touchline | 𝐓 (@TouchlineX) December 4, 2025The match also saw Eduardo Camavinga leave the pitch, though the club remains more optimistic about the Frenchman. His substitution appears to have been more of a precaution than a cause for real alarm, raising hopes that his absence will be short-lived.While the team’s collective performance in Bilbao reassured the fans, these two injuries have cast a shadow over the evening. And Alexander-Arnold’s potentially lengthy absence could weigh heavily on Madrid’s ambitions for the rest of the season.