Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi says enjoying in entrance of a goalkeeper of the stature of Gianluigi Donnarumma brings confidence.
Donnarumma has had his critics however has responded with a string of spectacular shows – most notably in opposition to Liverpool at Anfield – to assist Luis Enrique’s facet into the semi-finals of the Champions League.
PSG host Arsenal tomorrow evening within the second leg of their last-four tie with a 1-0 benefit from the primary recreation on the Emirates.
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One other clear sheet from Donnarumma can be sufficient to see them by and Hakimi says he has full perception within the huge Italian.
“I feel you may already see that he is likely one of the greatest goalkeepers on this planet,” mentioned Hakimi.
“Now we have a lot confidence in him. Some folks doubted him however we’ve all the time supported him and we’ve seen that he has all the time responded in the easiest way.
“He offers us a lot confidence in these types of video games.”
Hakimi happy to have ‘genius’ Dembele accessible
On the different finish of the sector, PSG can be boosted by the provision of ahead Ousmane Dembele who will play after overcoming a hamstring pressure sustained in North London.
“He’s the kind of participant who makes you need to go to the stadium to observe as a result of he’s a genius on the ball, even when he doesn’t have many probabilities,” mentioned Hakimi.
“He can change the course of the sport so we’re delighted to have him again within the staff.”
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PSG have produced a robust of thrilling performances within the Champions League this season, constructed round intelligent motion in midfield and blistering tempo in assault.
And although they’ve a result in defend in opposition to Arsenal, Hakimi doesn’t envisage a change to their philosophy.
The Morocco worldwide mentioned: “These are video games each participant and each little one desires of being concerned in and we’ve to channel that in the appropriate means.
“I don’t assume our play type will change. The coach has all the time despatched out a transparent message which is that whether or not we’re profitable or dropping our type of play won’t ever change.”
