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PSG mainstay wants to return to Real Madrid but operation very complicated
Real Madrid let go of one of their most talented young academy prospects back in 2020 when they sold Achraf Hakimi to Inter Milan.
The Moroccan right-back had spent two seasons on loan at Borussia Dortmund and excelled, but Los Blancos opted to move him on instead of keeping him at the club.
A year into his stint at Inter, PSG spent heavily to sign him in the summer of 2021. Since then, the 27-year-old has grown into one of the best right-backs in the world, tasting great success in the French capital.
Hakimi wants Real Madrid return
Now, however, according to journalist Ramon Alvarez, Hakimi wants to return to Real Madrid and is willing to make moves in order to make it happen.
Any move, however, is seen as very complicated considering that the Moroccan international is tied down to a long-term contract at PSG until the summer of 2029.
Relations between Real Madrid and PSG have slightly improved in recent times after past tensions. Even then, an operation for Hakimi is likely to be a challenging one.
Real Madrid may need a new right-back soon
Real Madrid could be in need of a new right-back soon with Dani Carvajal’s contract coming to an end this summer and no renewal being offered so far.
Trent Alexander-Arnold arrived last year and has established himself as the first choice in recent months despite a slow start. But Los Blancos will need to bring in a replacement if Carvajal ends up bidding goodbye.
Hakimi, in that regard, could become an option, but as mentioned previously, any operation will be complicated despite the player’s desire to return to the Santiago Bernabeu.
So, for now, there is nothing beyond the Moroccan international’s intention and only time will tell if it leads to something substantial in the months to come.
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
