France's Maghnes AKLIOUCHE and France's Dayot UPAMECANO enter on the pitch prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 match between France and Sweden at MetLife Stadium on June 30, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Baptiste Fernandez/Icon Sport)
Maghnes Akliouche’s summer saga: world cup debut and psg transfer speculation
The 24-year-old winger is experiencing his first World Cup with the French national team, who face Morocco in the quarter-finals on Thursday, while simultaneously navigating his club future. A situation he is handling with impressive composure.
For nearly a month, Maghnes Akliouche has been showcasing his distinctive brown hair and understated demeanor across the United States, donning the French national team jersey. During this World Cup campaign, Akliouche, the AS Monaco winger, has remained true to his agreeable, composed, and reserved nature. While he prefers to let his play speak on the pitch, his brief ten-minute appearance in the second group stage fixture against Iraq (a 3-0 victory) offered little opportunity to truly make his mark for Les Bleus.
Even without commanding the spotlight with the national squad, the Tremblay-en-France native consistently sparks conversation during what is proving to be a pivotal summer in his professional journey. His inclusion in this American World Cup tournament marked a significant initial milestone, a childhood aspiration fulfilled. Now, a second crucial development looms post-competition: a potential high-profile transfer to Europe’s top club, Paris Saint-Germain.
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