Moroccan international and Paris Saint-Germain defender, Achraf Hakimi, is set to stand trial over a rape allegation dating back to 2023.
Hakimi denied the accusation in a statement on social media platform X on Tuesday, stressing his innocence.
“Today, a rape accusation is enough to justify a trial, even though I deny it and everything proves it’s false. This is as unjust to the innocent as it is to the genuine victims. I calmly await this trial, which will allow the truth to come out publicly,” he wrote.
The investigation was launched by the Nanterre prosecutor’s office following the allegation. Authorities have not yet provided further comment regarding the ongoing case.
The trial marks a significant development in the career of Hakimi, who plays for both PSG and the Morocco national team.
