Morocco have been handed a timely boost ahead of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations after Achraf Hakimi announced his return from injury.

Hakimi has been on the sidelines since March 30 when he broke his metatarsal during a German Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and Wolfsburg.

The injury ruled the Real Madrid loanee out of the remainder of the 2018-19 season as he went under the knife in Madrid.

Prior to the setback, Hakimi was impressive for Dortmund and his versatility made him as a dominant force in Lucien Favre’s team, where he contributed seven assists and two goals in all competitions.

Last week, Herve Renard included the defender in his 27-man provisional squad.