Tag: Karim Benzema
During a conversation with DelSol, Suarez discussed the possibility of transferring to Real Madrid, which was contingent on Karim Benzema's departure to join Arsenal. The esteemed Barcelona striker elucidated how his infamous altercation with Giorgio Chiellini during the 2014 World Cup, along with the subsequent ban, dissuaded Real Madrid...
Manchester United has opted against pursuing a deal for French striker Karim Benzema, currently seeking an exit from the Saudi Pro League after a brief stint of six months. Despite having only one recognized center-forward, Rasmus Hojlund, for the remainder of the season, the club refrained from engaging in...
According to AFP, the 36-year-old forward has expressed his wish to depart from Al-Ittihad due to being excluded by manager Marcelo Gallardo. Gallardo made the decision to sideline Benzema when he arrived 17 days late to training, although the former Real Madrid striker attributed his tardiness to the stormy...
As reported by RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins, there is a strong interest from Lyon to bring back the French striker who departed for Real Madrid in 2009. Having originated from Lyon's youth system, he played 148 matches for Les Gones, scoring 66 goals. After leaving Real Madrid, he...
French footballer Karim Benzema has filed a defamation lawsuit against the country's interior minister, Gérald Darmanin. The legal action comes in response to Darmanin's statement claiming that Benzema has "notorious" links with the Muslim Brotherhood. Benzema, 36, denies any association with the organization and accuses the minister of using...
Chelsea is reportedly considering a winter transfer swoop for Real Madrid icon Karim Benzema, who is contemplating a departure from Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad. The 36-year-old striker, having joined Al-Ittihad in June, has enjoyed a prolific spell, scoring 15 goals in 24 matches. However, recent reports suggest that Benzema...
The former French international joined the Middle East alongside his ex-Real Madrid teammate Cristiano Ronaldo in 2023, just a few months after earning the prestigious Golden Ball award, recognizing him as the best player globally.
While Benzema has scored 15 goals for Al-Ittihad, he unexpectedly missed returning to training after...
According to former goalkeeper Sebastien Frey, there is a chance for Inter to secure the signing of Karim Benzema this month, with the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner being considered 'a possibility' for the club.
Benzema, the 36-year-old French striker, moved to Saudi Arabia last summer, signing a lucrative three-year contract...
As reported by Marca, the French striker was required to report to the team's facilities in Jeddah by Friday as they resumed training following an extended break. However, Benzema, as per reports, did not show up, prompting Ittihad manager Marcelo Gallardo to make the difficult decision of excluding him...
The ex-French national team forward is urging the Red Devils to enlist his fellow countryman, Karim Benzema, from Al-Ittihad, believing the seasoned striker would significantly uplift the struggling United squad. He criticized the team's management for not adequately supporting Rasmus Hojlund in the attacking position, resulting in the striker's...
