Optimism is rising within the Paris Saint-Germain camp regarding Achraf Hakimi’s chances of featuring in the UEFA Champions League final against Arsenal.
The highly anticipated showdown is set to take place at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest on May 30.
The Race Against Time
The 27-year-old Moroccan star suffered a hamstring injury during the first leg of the semi-final against Bayern Munich. This injury has sidelined him for recent domestic matches, leaving his participation in the final uncertain. However, according to RMC Sport, Hakimi is working tirelessly with the medical staff to ensure he is ready for the trip to Hungary.
Medical Plan and Recovery
PSG’s medical team is currently following a specialized rehabilitation program for Hakimi. While there is a strong belief he will be fit to face the Gunners, he will not feature in any remaining Ligue 1 matches this season to avoid any potential setbacks.
Squad Update: Enrique’s Injury Concerns
Manager Luis Enrique is monitoring several other key players ahead of the final:
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Warren Zaïre-Emery: Managing persistent back pain that requires careful monitoring.
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Lucas Chevalier: The backup goalkeeper suffered a right thigh injury in training and is a major doubt for the final.
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Domestic Absentees: Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes, and Zaïre-Emery will miss the upcoming league match against Brest, though the club remains confident they will be available for the final.
While Arsenal currently boasts a fully fit squad, PSG is battling to ensure their key defensive pillars are ready for the biggest game of the season.
