PSG’s Achraf Hakimi Avoids Surgery, Faces Weeks Out as AFCON Nears

Overview

• PSG said the right-back sustained a severe left-ankle sprain and will be sidelined for several weeks.
• Foot Mercato reports medical checks ruled out surgery, with a recovery window of six to eight weeks, while Spanish outlets cite eight to ten.
• The injury followed a heavy challenge by Luis Díaz, upgraded from a yellow card to a straight red after a VAR review.
• Walid Regragui says Hakimi will join the AFCON squad only if fully fit, with federation medics coordinating with PSG and Noussair Mazraoui identified as cover.
• Hakimi posted on social media to reassure supporters, pledging a strong return.