Hakimi case: PSG stand by their player | OneFootball

Paris Saint-Germain approaches the Champions League return playoff against Monaco with Achraf Hakimi, 27, right-back, still at the center of off-field news. According to Le Parisien, his referral to trial for rape would not alter his starting position or internal status, with the club emphasizing the presumption of innocence.

"His vice-captain status should not change either"

"PSG has not changed its position since the disclosure of this case three years ago"

The central idea, from PSG's perspective, is summed up in one line: sporting continuity and institutional caution. According to the reported elements, Achraf Hakimi disputes the allegations, and the club adheres to a clear legal principle, the presumption of innocence until a judgment is rendered, while seeking to protect the player in his daily life.

Concretely, this would translate into unchanged management in the hierarchy: regular presence in the starting eleven and maintained leadership role, as illustrated by his armband worn against Metz in Marquinhos' absence. Without minimizing the seriousness of the case, PSG would thus choose not to impose an internal sporting sanction as long as the procedure is ongoing.

The real turning point for all parties will mainly come from the judicial calendar: as long as no decision is made, the club advances on a narrow line between responsibility, sporting stability, and image management.

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