In recent weeks, there has been insight into Real Madrid’s perspective on a potential reunion with Achraf Hakimi, a PSG player. This news is sure to spark excitement among Real Madrid supporters.
The name of Hakimi has of course found itself back front and centre in the headlines in Spain’s capital over the course of the last week. This comes after word was forthcoming in the media that the Moroccan has set his sights firmly on a move back to the Santiago Bernabéu.
After spending the early years of his career developing on the books of Real, Hakimi, according to Mundo Deportivo, is now ‘crazy’ to link back up with his former employers.
The explosive defender will witness his close friend and Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappé ply his trade in Madrid this summer and harbors hopes of following suit in the not-so-distant future. However, what is the stance of the brass at the Bernabéu on this matter?
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Real Madrid’s Pursuit of a Right-Back: Assessing the Potential Return of Achraf Hakimi
Real Madrid is expected to initiate a search for a new right-back as early as the summer of 2025, aiming to secure a long-term replacement for Dani Carvajal. According to the reliable Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, the capital club is indeed set to ‘study’ Hakimi’s potential return at this juncture.
The name of the 25-year-old holds prominence at Valdebebas, with Florentino Pérez and the team ready to capitalize on the situation should Hakimi refuse to extend his contract. His current terms are set to expire in the summer of 2026, prompting consideration of both a discounted deal next year or potentially securing him as a free agent the following summer.
Real Madrid finds themselves in need of reinforcement in various positions across the pitch due to a lack of options. One area requiring immediate attention is the right-back position. While Dani Carvajal holds legendary status at the club, there is a lack of genuine backup for him.
Both Nacho and Lucas Vazquez, who are older than Carvajal, have been converted to right-backs. Meanwhile, Alvaro Odriozola has departed this summer. Although Vinicius Tobias has been brought back on loan for another season, doubts linger regarding his readiness to transition from Castilla to the senior team.
Given these circumstances, Real Madrid could benefit from acquiring a world-class right-back. Therefore, it’s no surprise that they have been consistently linked with Achraf Hakimi.
Hakimi emerged from Real Madrid’s youth ranks but departed before getting a proper chance in the first team, a decision that has since been regarded as a significant mistake, given his subsequent rise to prominence as one of the game’s top right-backs.
There appears to be encouraging news for Los Blancos regarding a potential move for Hakimi in the future. According to a report by 90min, his agent, Alejandro Camano, stated in an interview with AS:
“Achraf has been away from Real Madrid for five years, but it is always his home; somewhere in his heart, the club is there. If Real Madrid want to sign him, we will listen. If you ask him, you will see that he is a Real Madrid fan, but our project now is that of PSG. Great players always see Real Madrid as a target. How many players would want to go there? Achraf lived it and has been formed with the club’s values.”
Securing Hakimi’s signature would be considered a major coup for any club in world football at present. He has showcased his abilities at Borussia Dortmund, Inter Milan, and PSG.
However, rumors suggest that Real Madrid currently have a strained relationship with PSG, which could complicate negotiations. Conversely, Hakimi has also been linked with a move to Manchester City in recent times.
