Born on November 4, 1998, in Madrid, Spain, to Moroccan parents (his father is from Oued Zem and his mother from Ksar El Kébir), Achraf Hakimi grew up in a multicultural environment. His parents moved to Spain in the early 1980s seeking better opportunities. Despite financial hardships, with his father working as a street vendor and his mother as a cleaner, Hakimi’s passion for football shone through.

Hakimi’s football journey began in the streets of Getafe, where he played with friends. At the age of eight, he joined the local team, CD Colonia Ofigevi. His talent was soon noticed by scouts from Real Madrid, leading to his enrollment in the Real Madrid academy at the age of ten.

During his years at the Real Madrid academy, Hakimi developed his skills and gained significant exposure in youth competitions, particularly impressing in the UEFA Youth League. His performances caught the eye of senior team coaches, and he made his debut with Real Madrid’s first team under the guidance of Zinédine Zidane.