Akrad after surgery: I will come back stronger

Moroccan defender Naif Akrad, Olympique Marseille player, revealed the success of the surgery he underwent today, Thursday, after months of suffering with chronic pubic pain that began last October.

Akrad said, in a message he posted on his official social media accounts, that these pains have become a part of his daily life, from the moment he wakes up until the time he sleeps, and sometimes even during the night, despite following all possible medical protocols during the past months.

The player explained that he had to undergo surgery after previous medical procedures failed to relieve the pain, noting that he was searching for the best solutions before arriving at this decision.

He added: “This decision was supposed to be made a while ago, but I wanted to continue and search for the best possible solutions before reaching this stage.”

Akrad thanked Dr. Gilles Ripoll, who performed the operation on him, and Dr. Christophe Boudoux, the Moroccan national team doctor, for his careful follow-up of his condition. He also expressed his gratitude to the medical staff of the Olympique Marseille Club for accompanying him from the beginning to the end, considering their support an essential part of the success of the operation and facilitating recovery.

Akrad indicated that the goal now is to rest and fully recover, in preparation for the decisive stage of the end of the season with his team, stressing his intention to return 100 percent and without pain to help the team in the upcoming matches.

He also thanked his colleagues in the Moroccan national team and in Marseille Club for their great support during this period, wishing them success in the upcoming matches.

Akrad concluded his message by stressing his optimism about returning soon to the stadiums in full readiness, stressing that the next stage will be dedicated to preparation and focus for a strong return.