Newcomer from Al-Ittihad Karim Benzema in an interview with the club’s press service, he explained why he decided to pursue his career in Saudi Arabia.
Benzema signed a contract with Al-Ittihad on Tuesday until 2026.
Why Saudi Arabia? I’m a Muslim, it’s a Muslim country and I want to live here. It’s different from Europe, but I’ve been to Saudi Arabia before. I feel good here. First of all, it’s a Muslim country, which is beautiful, and that’s where I want to be.
It’s important to be in a Muslim country where I already feel loved, it will allow me to start a new life. I want to speak Arabic fluently, it is important for me. There are many other things too. I’m happy to be in Saudi Arabia, Mecca is nearby. I am a believer, so this is important to me. I am in my place, here I will feel the best. When I spoke to my family, they were all very happy, they will all come. I know our place is in Saudi Arabia,” Benzema said.
Benzema has spent the last 14 seasons with Real Madrid, where he won the Champions League five times.
Source : MatchTV
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