Actual Madrid legend Karim Benzema is reportedly sad in Saudi Arabia and needs to observe Jordan Henderson again to Europe. Switch information skilled Fabrizio Romano, nevertheless, has performed the experiences down, stating we now have to attend a number of extra days to know what’s going on with the French center-forward.
Manchester United Credited With Curiosity In Karim Benzema
Amid experiences that Benzema is sad at Al-Ittihad, Spanish journalist Javier Parra Pena has sensationally credited Manchester United with an curiosity within the former Actual Madrid man. The Crimson Devils are reportedly on the lookout for a top-tier attacker however don’t wish to pay a fortune within the January switch window. Benzema, who has received all of it in Europe has thus emerged a profitable choice, with the membership eyeing a six-month mortgage deal for the ex-Lyon striker.
Former Manchester United man Louis Saha additionally backed the Mancunians to go after the 2022 Ballon d’Or winner, claiming he would “shake up” United’s backline.
Saha informed Betting Odds (by way of SportBIBLE):
“He [Benzema] will shake up the United frontline and that’s what they want. He will certainly rating targets and he’ll hyperlink up the play rather a lot higher. It’s only a dream, however Karim continues to be a really skilled man, he’s the kind of striker that Hojlund will study from, however that’s only a fantasy.”
Romano Claims There Is Nothing Concrete About Benzema
In his Each day Briefing column, Romano addressed talks about Benzema’s Al-Ittihad future. He mentioned that though many rumors have been circulating in regards to the 36-year-old, there was nothing concrete to speak about.
The Italian journalist acknowledged (by way of CaughtOffside):
“One other large title we’re seeing linked with a transfer away from Saudi Arabia is Karim Benzema. Like Henderson, he solely moved in the summertime, becoming a member of Al Ittihad, however I’ve nonetheless no replace on Benzema at this level. I noticed many tales however I’m not conscious of any concrete negotiation at this level, let’s see if one thing modifications within the subsequent days.”
Benzema, who joined Al-Ittihad as a free agent in July, has not been at his greatest in Saudi Arabia. The five-time Champions League winner has performed 24 video games for the membership in all competitions, scoring 15 occasions and offering 5 assists. His contract with the membership runs out in June 2026.