A few years ago, PSG could field an attack made up of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappé. Unfortunately, the three players took turns leaving the capital club and the French champion therefore had to find new stars. A role that Achraf Hakimi now occupies, who performs very well on the right side of the Parisian defense.
In the past, PSG has often recruited big stars to advance its project. So, over the years, players like Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Kylian Mbappé, Neymar or else Lionel Messi have set down their suitcases in the capital. Recently, however, Parisian leaders decided to put an end to this strategy and instead focus on very promising young players.
Hakimi is the new star of PSG
The PSG therefore no longer wants to recruit stars to embody its project, but certain players have nevertheless revealed themselves. Very efficient this season, Achraf Hakimi took on great importance in Paristo the point of becoming one of the stars, according to Romain Saïsswho spoke for The Parisian. “Like what he experiences at PSG where he is forced to take leadership after the departures of Mbappé, Neymar and Messi, Achraf has become a leader and a model for the young people in the selection. »
Hakimi is one of the best full-backs in Europe
Arriving in 2021 at PSG, Achraf Hakimi finally seems to give the full measure of his talent, greatly helped by the system put in place by Luis Enrique. The Moroccan is an essential link in the Parisian team, as evidenced by his three goals and seven assists since the start of the season. Well aware of having a very great talent there, the Parisian leaders have already completed the extension of the Moroccan's contract until 2029, which could be announced very soon.