Moroccan international Ilias Akhomach has officially recovered from a serious knee injury and is set to return to action, Villarreal CF announced Friday, giving the club a significant boost ahead of the 2025–26 season.
Akhomach, 21, has completed his rehabilitation program following a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee, sustained in November 2024 during Villarreal’s La Liga clash with Deportivo Alavés on Matchday 13.
According to a statement from the club, medical staff have given the forward the green light to resume full training and competitive play. His recovery comes as Villarreal looks to strengthen its squad with young talent ahead of the new campaign.
The player’s return is also seen as a potential asset for the Moroccan national team, which is preparing for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Akhomach has earned six senior caps for Morocco and recently helped the U23 squad clinch a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Akhomach joined Villarreal from FC Barcelona’s academy in the summer of 2023. He is under contract with the “Yellow Submarine” through June 30, 2026.
His return to form is expected to offer a dynamic attacking option for Villarreal and bolster Morocco’s ambitions on the continental stage.
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