Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed that Achraf Hakimi will miss next week’s Champions League semi-final second leg against Bayern Munich due to a right thigh injury.
The Morocco international sustained the issue late during Tuesday’s 5-4 first-leg victory at the Parc des Princes. He finished the game in visible discomfort after PSG had used all their substitutes.
A club statement released on Wednesday confirmed the severity. “Achraf Hakimi suffers from a right thigh injury and will be unavailable for the next few weeks,” PSG said. “His recovery will be closely monitored by the medical staff.”
The absence is a major blow to Luis Enrique’s side. The 27-year-old has been one of Europe’s most influential full-backs this season, contributing three goals and eight assists in the Champions League alone.
He provided the assist for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s second goal in the first leg. His marauding runs and defensive recovery have been central to PSG’s system.
Zaïre‑Emery the most likely replacement
Warren Zaïre‑Emery is the leading candidate to start at right-back in Munich. The 20-year-old academy graduate deputised capably during Hakimi’s previous absences earlier this season and fits Enrique’s tactical framework.
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Alternatively, the manager could shift to a back three or deploy a more defensive option. But Zaïre‑Emery’s ball progression and energy make him the natural choice.
PSG carry a precarious 5-4 lead to the Allianz Arena on May 6. Bayern fought back from 5-2 down in the first leg and will be confident on home soil.
Hakimi is now racing to be fit for the 2026 World Cup, which begins in June. Morocco will monitor his recovery closely.
