Achraf Hakimi Biography, Age, PSG Career, Net Worth, Stats

Certain footballers are just good. Only a few of them can radically change the game. Achraf Hakimi is definitely one of them.

Having been born in Spain to Moroccan immigrant parents, Hakimi was raised with two cultures and two languages. But more than that, he was raised with a single fierce ambition to become a footballer at the highest level. Not only did he realize that dream, but he broke down every barrier on his way to it.

Achraf Hakimi’s biography tells about a little boy who at the age of seven got a letter from Real Madrid, thought that it was a joke, and then the boy got the UEFA Champions League trophy, was acknowledged as the best footballer in Africa, and led the Moroccan national team that accomplished a historic feat. At 27 years old, he counts as one of the best right backs ever to grace football.

Here is the whole story from the streets of Getafe to the biggest stage in club football.

Personal Details 

Detail	Information
Full Name	Achraf Hakimi Mouh
Date of Birth	November 4, 1998
Age (2026)	27 years
Birthplace	Madrid, Spain
Nationality	Moroccan (Spanish-born)
Height	1.81 m (5 ft 11 in)
Position	Right-back / Right-winger
Shirt Number	2
Religion	Islam
Languages	Arabic, Spanish, French
Current Club	Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
National Team	Morocco (Captain)
Market Value (2026)	~€81–85 million

Early Life and Background

Achraf Hakimi was born on November 4 1998 in Madrid Spain to Moroccan parents Hassan Hakimi and Saida Mouh. His parents were from a small town near Casablanca and had come to Getafe, a district of Madrid known for its more industrial and working class areas, in search of better work opportunities. Hakimi has been quoted saying about his parents: “They came from places where there is hardly any work. “

Being born and brought up in Getafe, Hakimi was getting along in two worlds at the same time. He learned Arabic at home, Spanish on the streets, and the football culture of Madrid was becoming a part of him day by day. His father was a street vendor and the mother cleaned houses. They were two people who gave up a lot so that their children could have a better future.

Although his mother tried to encourage him to take up judo or swimming Hakimi by that time, had made up his mind. Football was his whole world.

He first played football for CD Colonia Ofigevi, a local Madrid based club. Then, at just seven years of age, something unbelievable happened: a letter, an invitation for a trial at Real Madrid, was delivered to him.

Achraf Hakimi Family and Personal Life

Hakimi’s parents constitute the bedrock of everything he has done so far. His father Hassan and mother Saida are often spotted rejoicing over his wins, and he has in fact, acknowledged that their sacrifices are what gave him the drive and humility.

Hakimi was once married to Hiba Abouk who is a Tunisian Spanish actress and model. Their divorce, which was a major media event in 2023, has been confirmed.

Hakimi is recognized as a kind hearted, rather reserved and family centered person by his teammates. Outside the stadium, he delights in playing video games (Mainly FIFA), going to different places and having a good time with the family. Having made millions and being well known, the people around him still see someone who didn’t lose touch with his roots at any point.

Early Football Journey

In 2006, when he was only eight years old, Hakimi became a member of La Fbrica Real Madrid’s globally renowned youth academy. The trial that he had even doubted was real became the key that led him to one of the greatest football institutions on earth.

During these ten years he went from strength to strength, at first playing as a winger but it was later that the coaches found out that with his super fast running speed, great ability to cross the ball, and good defensive understanding, he was right the in the right back position, which turned out to be the defining one for his career.

By the 201617 season, Hakimi had reached Real Madrid Castilla, the club’s reserves, where he played 28 matches and scored a goal. The way he played on the pitch was very impressive that he got the best prize the call up to the first team.

Achraf Hakimi made his Real Madrid senior team debut on October 1, 2017 against Espanyol in La Liga. Being only 18 years, he was making a step for one of the most historically successful football clubs.

On December 9 2017 he netted his first goal for Real Madrid in a game against Sevilla. Later that fantastic 201718 season, he collected the UEFA Super Cup, Supercopa de Espaa, and the FIFA Club World Cup trophies.

Club Career

Borussia Dortmund (Loan, 2018–2020)

Real Madrid loaned Hakimi to Borussia Dortmund of the Bundesliga for two years in the summer of 2018. That was the very move that changed him completely from a barely recognized talent into a global superstar. At Dortmund, under the guidance of head coaches Lucien Favre, and later Peter Bosz, Hakimi was among the most attacking full backs in European football. His speed one of the fastest ever registered in the Bundesliga coupled with his tireless offensive runs and excellent finishing made him practically unplayable when he was at his best.

Over two seasons, he played 54 games, scored 9 times, and helped with 10 assists in total competitions, also lifting the 2019 DFL Supercup trophy. It was in Dortmund that the world really grasped the enormous potential of Hakimi.

Inter Milan (2020–2021)

Real Madrid called Hakimi back from loan but Then sold him for 43 million to Inter Milan in September 2020. Again, Hakimi was given the ball by coach Antonio Conte to perform, and not only did he deliver but he also registered 37 matches, 7 goals, and 8 assists as Inter were crowned 202021 Serie A champions their first league title for more than a decade. 

His displays in Italy meant that his market price skyrocketed, and only one year later, the biggest transfer in his career knocked at his door.

Paris Saint-Germain (2021–Present)

In July 2021, Hakimi made a switch to Paris Saint Germain. The reported transfer fee was about 6068 million one of the largest sums ever spent on a defender. That signing sent a real message about PSG’s desire to become the kings of European football.

What came next was a long run of brilliant performances. Hakimi was the first choice right back at PSG and was able to beat opponents not only with his defence but also when his team was attacking, he could even be seen as an extra forward. The highest level in club football was achieved by Hakimi attending the team of Luis Enrique.

During 202425, he was instrumental in PSG clinching all three major trophies: Ligue 1, Coupe de France and most impressively, the UEFA Champions League, where they defeated Inter Milan 50 in the final held in Munich. Hakimi netted the first goal in that final, Because of this making his mark as the first Moroccan and seventh African player to score in a European Cup/Champions League final. In February 2025, Hakimi agreed to renew his PSG deal through 2029, and his new annual pay was around 13. 6 million which not only is a big salary but also shows his position as the top right back in the world.

International Career

Hakimi was able to play for Spain, where he was born, or Morocco, where his parents come from. He decided to play for Morocco and he has never regretted it since.

At only 17 years old, he played for the senior national team for the first time on April 8, 2015, and since then, he has become one of Morocco’s most famous and successful players.

The biggest international highlight for him was the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Morocco did a very good job at the World Cup, the semi finals being their final stage no African country has ever gone that far. Hakimi was one of the supporting players, but the most memorable moment was his Panenka penalty when they played Spain in the Round of 16 shootout. After all, he was facing the goalkeeper of the country he grew up in. He cleverly played the ball down the centre a very daring thing to do that made Morocco enter the football legend.

Besides that, he was part of Morocco’s team at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019, 2021, and 2023, and he was also instrumental in Morocco’s early qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Nowadays, Hakimi is the captain of the Morocco national team a position he has welcomed and fulfilled with very much the same maturity and leadership that he demonstrates at PSG.

Career Statistics 

Club Career

Club	Season	Apps	Goals	Assists
Real Madrid	2017–18	9	2	0
Borussia Dortmund (loan)	2018–20	54	9	10
Inter Milan	2020–21	37	7	8
Paris Saint-Germain	2021–present	127+	22+	28+

International Career (Morocco)

Competition	Appearances	Goals	Assists
FIFA World Cup	10	1	1
Africa Cup of Nations	~20	2	4+
Total Caps (approx.)	98+	15+	23+

Major Achievements and Records

Club Honours:

• UEFA Champions League: 2024 25 (PSG)
• UEFA Super Cup: 2017 (Real Madrid), 2025 (PSG)
• FIFA Club World Cup: 2017 (Real Madrid)
• Serie A: 2020 21 (Inter Milan)
• Ligue 1: 2021 22, 2022 23, 2023 24, 2024 25 (PSG) 4 titles

International:

• 2022 FIFA World Cup Semi-Final (first African nation in history to reach this stage)

Personal Records:

• The first Moroccan player in history who scored in a Champions League/European Cup final (2025)
• The seventh African player to score in a Champions League final (2025)
• One of the most legendary moments in World Cup history Panenka penalty in 2022 World Cup vs Spain

Awards and Honours

Year	Award
2018	CAF Youth Player of the Year
2019	CAF Youth Player of the Year (back-to-back)
2024–25	UEFA Champions League Team of the Season
2024–25	Ligue 1 Team of the Season
2025	FIFPRO World XI
2025	CAF African Player of the Year (first time)

Hakimi inspired winning the 2025 CAF African Player of the Year trophy to become just the second Moroccan ever to have the honour ending the 27 year wait for Morocco as Mustapha Hadji was the last one to claim this title in 1998. He overpowered both Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen to take the prize home. 

Playing Style and Strengths

Besides that, to really understand why Achraf Hakimi shines as a footballer one needs to delve into the facets that differentiate him. Firstly, Hakimi is so much more than a defender by trade. He exhibits such changes in position, that it might very well be that he doesn’t even have one.

Speed: Hakimi ranks among the quickest soccer players worldwide. Because of his sprinting capabilities, he is able to rush ahead to attacking spots and still manage to get back in defense quicker than most full backs. Offensive Capability: What makes him a real threat are his pauses, crosses complemented by regular dribbling & ability to shoot from inside after a cut. Most probably due to that, the player is considered a right winger that happens to have defensive duties and sees himself scoring and assisting in double digits season after season.

Defensive Acumen: All through his attacking exploits, Hakimi ignored nothing on the defense side. In fact, his game understanding, single man marking, and positioning were taken to a whole new level after PSG is where he started receiving tactical instruction on a structured level. Heroic Mindset: The respectful penalty Hakimi took during the 2022 World Cup and his goal from the Champions League final in 2025 are just the tip of the iceberg about how a footballer advances his game under maximum pressure.

Captaincy: In leading Morocco, he uses a mix of performance and personality calm in stressful situations, and very decisive during the very difficult moments.

Achraf Hakimi Net Worth and Income Sources

According to current figures in 2026, Achraf Hakimi’s net worth is around 37 million (~47 million), and given his contract and commercial reputation, it’s anticipated that his total wealth will continue to grow Quite a bit.

His main sources of income are:

• PSG Contract (until 2029): ~13. 6 million gross per year (~262,000 per week), plus performance bonuses
• Brand Endorsements: Under Armour (boots and sportswear switched from Adidas in 2025), Samsung Galaxy, Moroccan telecom brand Inwi, and previously with Nike Pepsi Huawei, and Beats by Dre
• Market Value: Estimated at 8185 million as of 2026, which makes him the most valuable right back in world football

He also has a car collection, but the one he cherishes the most is his Ferrari SF90 Stradale, which costs approximately 500,000.

Brand Endorsements

Since Hakimi is such a globally recognized figure in football and his social media presence is extensive, he happens to be most commercially appealing footballer of his generation. Here are some of his main partnerships:

• Under Armour The switch from Adidas to Under Armour in 2025 was the most spectacularly well known boot deal in football. Truth is he appeared in Under Armour’s Shadow Elite 3 boots for the first time during a PSG vs. Marseille game adds up to 290,000 likes on Instagram in just a few hours. Samsung Galaxy The global electronics partnership
• Inwi (Morocco) Moroccan telecom brand ambassador since 2022 Previous work with Nike Pepsi Huawei, and Beats by Dre

Social Media Presence

Hakimi has a strong digital presence, with millions of followers from different parts of the world. He uses his Instagram account regularly to post match highlights, family moments, and brand content and has verified accounts on other major platforms too.

• Instagram: @achrafhakimi
• X (Twitter): @AchrafHakimi

His social media clout significantly increases his commercial worth brands always point out his genuineness and worldwide exposure when they announce their collaborations.

Latest News and Recent Updates 

• May 2026: PSG will be playing against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League (fixture on May 30, 2026)
• March 2026: Was instrumental in PSG’s 3 0 victory against Chelsea in the Champions League, setting up a goal and was given an 8. 3 rating by WhoScored
• February 2026: Contract renewed with PSG till June 2029
• November 2025: Took home the 2025 CAF African Player of the Year prize only the second Moroccan to be honored with it
• 2025: Secured a treble of Champions League, Ligue 1, and Coupe de France with PSG
• 2025: Included in the FIFPRO World XI
• 2025: Netted the first goal in PSG’s 5 0 Champions League final triumph over Inter Milan was the first Moroccan ever to net in a UCL final

Interesting Facts About Achraf Hakimi

1. He initially believed that the letter from Real Madrid was a joke. When he received the mail with an invitation to a trial when he was seven, Hakimi really thought it was his dad pulling a prank on him. This was the beginning of one of football’s greatest stories.
2. He decided to play for Morocco instead of Spain. Although he was born and raised in Madrid, and so eligible to play for Spain, Hakimi decided to stick with his parents’ country, a decision that changed Moroccan football forever.
3. The Panenka that reached the entire world. His softly lobbed penalty against Spain’s goalkeeper in the 2022 World Cup is regarded as one of the most daring and legendary moments in World Cup history.
4. His mama planned for him to be a judoka. Saida Mouh even tried to lure Achraf to judo and swimming. But, football was the winner and by a huge margin.
5. He is the priciest defender in PSG’s history. When he came to PSG in 2021 for ~6068 million, he became the record signing for a defending player.
6. Only seven African players in history have scored in a European Cup or Champions League final Hakimi became the seventh in 2025. He was 26 when he did so.
7. He brought an end to a 27 year drought. The CAF African Player of the Year 2025 trophy was the first time that a Moroccan had won it since Mustapha Hadji in 1998.
8. Fastest full back data in Bundesliga history. While at Dortmund, Hakimi posted some of the highest sprint speed data ever recorded for a defender in the Bundesliga.

FAQs

1. What is Achraf Hakimi’s full name? 

His full name is Achraf Hakimi Mouh. He is known professionally as Achraf Hakimi.

2. Where was Achraf Hakimi born, and what nationality is he? 

He was born on November 4, 1998, in Madrid, Spain, but holds Moroccan nationality and represents Morocco internationally. He is bilingual, speaking both Spanish and Arabic fluently, along with French.

3. Which clubs has Achraf Hakimi played for? 

Hakimi’s senior club career spans Real Madrid (2017–18), Borussia Dortmund (loan, 2018–20), Inter Milan (2020–21), and Paris Saint-Germain (2021–present), where he is contracted until June 2029.

4. What is Achraf Hakimi’s net worth in 2026? 

His net worth is estimated at approximately €37 million (~£47 million), with an annual PSG salary of roughly €13.6 million per year, plus substantial income from brand endorsements with Under Armour, Samsung Galaxy, and Inwi.

5. What is Achraf Hakimi’s most famous moment in international football? 

His Panenka penalty against Spain at the 2022 FIFA World Cup a coolly chipped spot-kick that sent Morocco into the quarter-finals is widely regarded as one of the most iconic World Cup moments of the modern era.

6. Has Achraf Hakimi won the Champions League? 

Yes. Hakimi won the UEFA Champions League in 2025 with Paris Saint-Germain, scoring the opening goal in a 5–0 final victory over Inter Milan. It was PSG’s first-ever Champions League title.

7. What awards has Achraf Hakimi won? 

Major individual awards include the CAF African Player of the Year (2025), CAF Youth Player of the Year (2018 and 2019 back-to-back), inclusion in the FIFPRO World XI (2025), and the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season (2024–25).

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