Zakaria Bakkali’s potential return to Belgium has been a subject of speculation, with both Anderlecht and Standard Liege reportedly interested in acquiring the PSV player. Despite experiencing limited playing time, Bakkali remains highly regarded by several top European clubs. Recent reports from De Telegraaf suggest that Liverpool is also monitoring the young Belgian’s situation, while Real Madrid has shown previous interest in him.
Although Bakkali has seen reduced minutes on the field in recent months after an impressive start to the season, he has still managed to make 15 appearances, including 7 starts, and score three goals. With his contract at PSV expiring in 2015, Bakkali faces a decision between signing a long-term deal with the Dutch club or seeking a new challenge elsewhere.
PSV is keen on extending Bakkali’s contract, but the player, who was trained at FC Liege and Standard Liege, may be hesitant due to his limited playing time under manager Philip Cocu. In 2014, Bakkali has only accumulated around twenty minutes of playing time across ten league matches, raising doubts about his future at PSV.
