Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has highlighted the need to maintain their style and philosophy against Arsenal in their Champions League clash.
The French champions will host the Gunners in the second leg of the semifinals tonight at the Parc des Princes.
PSG head into the game with a 1-0 win in the first leg at the Emirates Stadium.
Speaking ahead of the game, the Morocco international stressed the importance for his team to maintain their philosophy on the pitch.
“Whatever happens, the way we play must not change,” he told reporters.
Dembele was a doubt for the second leg in Paris after picking up a hamstring injury against Arsenal, but is now fit and ready to face them again in tomorrow’s second leg.
“Ousmane is a special player. He can change a game from one moment to another,” Hakimi said of his teammate. “We are delighted to have him in the group. He’s an important player for us. The Morocco international also hailed goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Like Dembele, Donnarumma also played a key part in the first leg, making five saves, including two of the highest class to deny Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.
“Gigio is one of the best goalkeepers in the world,” Hakimi added.
“Some people doubted him, but not us. We have always supported him. Having a goalkeeper of that quality gives us confidence during games.”
Should they beat Arsenal, PSG would reach the Champions League final, where they will face Inter Milan in Munich on May 31.
Kick off for the game is scheduled at 19:00 GMT/
