Ahead of a direct Champions League encounter, Uli Hoeneß, the honorary president of FC Bayern Munich, has disclosed which Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) player he would ideally like to see in the Bayern squad.
In an interview with DAZN, Hoeneß responded to a question about potential transfers by stating, «Hakimi, they would take him immediately because he would fit in well with us.»
While FC Bayern’s right-back position in their four-man defense is currently well-covered with Konrad Laimer and Josip Stanisic, the future of the Austrian player, in particular, remains uncertain due to his contract only extending until 2027.
Given Stanisic’s versatility, also being able to play as a central defender, FC Bayern is reportedly searching for an alternative. However, the primary target mentioned is not Hakimi, but rather the 19-year-old Givairo Read from Feyenoord Rotterdam.
There were indeed rumors a few years ago suggesting that the Moroccan right-back was on the German record champions’ radar. When the 27-year-old’s two-year loan spell at Borussia Dortmund concluded in the summer of 2020, and he had to return to Real Madrid, Bayern also seemingly flirted with the idea of a transfer.
Hakimi to Miss Champions League Match Against FC Bayern
Ultimately, a deal did not materialize, and Hakimi instead joined Inter Milan. However, he only stayed there for one season before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 for a transfer fee of 68 million Euros.
There, he has been one of the best in his position for years. Last year, some teammates and competitors even considered him a strong contender for the Ballon d’Or, though he ultimately finished sixth. In the current season, Hakimi has featured in 31 matches, contributing three goals and nine assists.
The Moroccan international will miss the second leg of the Champions League semi-final against Bayern on Wednesday evening due to a thigh injury. He sustained this injury in the final minutes of the first leg a week prior. PSG will have to manage without the Moroccan for «several weeks.»
English Translation:
Ahead of a direct Champions League encounter, FC Bayern Munich’s honorary president Uli Hoeneß has revealed which Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) player he would ideally like to see in the Bayern squad.
In response to a question during an interview with DAZN, the FCB patron stated, «Hakimi, they would take him immediately because he would fit in well with us.»
While FC Bayern’s right-back position in their back four is reportedly well-staffed with Konrad Laimer and Josip Stanisic, the future of the Austrian player, in particular, remains uncertain, with his contract only running until 2027.
Given Stanisic’s ability to also play as a central defender, FC Bayern is rumored to be looking for an alternative. However, the favored candidate is not Hakimi, but rather the 19-year-old Givairo Read from Feyenoord Rotterdam.
Indeed, there were rumors some years ago that the Moroccan right-back had been on the German record champions’ shortlist. When the 27-year-old’s two-year loan spell at BVB concluded in the summer of 2020, and he had to return to Real Madrid, Bayern also apparently considered a transfer.
Hakimi to Miss Champions League Match Against FC Bayern
Ultimately, a deal did not materialize, and Hakimi instead joined Inter Milan. However, he only stayed there for one season before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 for a transfer fee of 68 million Euros.
There, he has been one of the best in his position for years. Last year, some teammates and rivals even considered him a strong contender for the Ballon d’Or (he eventually finished sixth). In the current season, Hakimi has played in 31 matches, scoring three goals and providing nine assists.
The right-back will, however, miss the second leg of the Champions League semi-final against Bayern on Wednesday evening due to a thigh injury. He sustained this injury in the final minutes of the first leg a week ago. PSG will have to do without the Moroccan for «several weeks.»