Morocco Finds Achraf Hakimi’s Successor: A New Star Rises in the Team

On Tuesday night, Achraf Hakimi faced a serious setback during the PSG vs. Bayern Munich match. He suffered a rear tackle from Luis Diaz, leaving the Moroccan player in tears as he exited the field. Both PSG and the Moroccan national team, preparing for the Africa Cup of Nations on December 21, are concerned about his condition. Later that evening, the French champions provided an update stating, “Achraf Hakimi has sustained a severe sprain to his left ankle, which will keep him sidelined for several weeks.”

While no official timeline for his recovery was provided, Spanish media sources close to the player suggested a potential absence of 8 to 10 weeks. This uncertainty poses a challenge for Hakimi, a key player for coach Walid Regragui. However, the Lions of the Atlas have a backup plan if Hakimi misses the competition or part of the tournament. Al Mountakhab reports that Noussair Mazraoui is being considered as an alternative. The Manchester United player previously stepped in for Hakimi during a match against Tanzania.