Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has acknowledged that Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi’s suspension for the upcoming match against Tanzania could benefit the French club.

PSG to Benefit from Hakimi’s Freshness

According to French newspaper Onze Mondial, Hakimi’s absence from Morocco’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania due to yellow card accumulation means the defender will return to Paris physically fresh for club duties.

Enrique expressed concern about the risk of injuries during this crucial phase of the season, a risk Hakimi now avoids by missing the Tanzania match. Reports suggest the PSG manager is eager to have his star right-back return to Paris before the conclusion of Morocco’s training camp.

Morocco’s Squad Adjustments

Moroccan coach Walid Regragui has called up Yusuf Belahmri from Raja Casablanca to replace Hakimi in the squad for the Tanzania match. The Atlas Lions recently defeated Niger 2-1, maintaining their lead in Group F with 12 points.

This situation highlights the ongoing tension between club and country commitments, with PSG potentially benefiting from Hakimi’s enforced rest period during international duty.