Arnold will of course be the center of attention as he returns to Liverpool just a few months after leaving for Real Madrid but will probably get a varied reception from home fans. While former Liverpool midfield star Xabi Alonso will get a warm welcome back as he leads Real Madrid at Anfield and it is easy to see the Spaniard one day become Liverpool's manager.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said when asked if he expects a hostile reception for Trent Alexander-Arnold when the sides meet on Tuesday under the lights at Anfield.

Trent Alexander-Arnold returns to Liverpool for the first time since moving to Real Madrid on Tuesday, when he will discover if absence has made Anfield hearts grow fonder after the outpouring of ill-...