Borussia Dortmund: Achraf Hakimi to decide future in June

On-loan Borussia Dortmund full-back Achraf Hakimi has revealed that he will make a decision on the next step of his career in June.

Achraf Hakimi joined Borussia Dortmund in 2018, and has enjoyed a rapid rise at the club, developing into one of world’s most talented full-backs. His loan deal with the Black and Yellows is set to expire at the end of the season, and rumours have been rife about his future in recent weeks.

Borussia Dortmund are said to be interested in signing Hakimi on a permanent transfer this summer, while the likes of Juventus, Chelsea and Paris St. Germain have also been linked with his signature. Real Madrid also rate the 21 year old very highly, although it remains to be seen where he will be playing next season.

Speaking about his future to Spanish radio station Cadena SER, Hakimi revealed that he will decide on his future after the end of the season in June.

"“In June I will have to make a decision and it will be a great step for my career. In theory, my contract ends in June and from there I have to return to Madrid. I have not yet had contact with Madrid on this matter, but I imagine that soon we will have some conversation to find out what is best for me.”"

Hakimi has been a regular for Borussia Dortmund in the right wing-back role this season, and has seven goals and ten assists to his name in 37 appearances in all competitions. His current deal with Real Madrid does not expire at the end of the 2021/22 season.

Before making a decision on his future, Hakimi wants to finish the season with Borussia Dortmund, and he is hopeful that the Bundesliga can resume on the proposed start date of May 09.

"“It is an estimated date, I think it can change. I’m glad it’s that date, but the sooner the better. However, we have to be careful about the situation we are in.”"

Hakimi also spoke about the measures Borussia Dortmund players are following during training as they prepare for the season to get back underway.

"“I arrive at 10 and we start training at 10:30. I work with my group, with five or six people. We do not cross. We each work on our own. We do not make any contact. We mix a little, gym, rondo or soccer-tennis. But with almost no contact.”"

With football currently at a halt, Hakimi has been playing a lot of video games, and recently represented Borussia Dortmund at the Bundesliga Stay at Home challenge.