London clubs are not averse to loaning the star forward amid rumors of his problems at Al Ittihad
Arsenalaccording to media reports, is exploring the option of renting a forward Al-Ittihad by Karim Benzema until the end of the season. The Frenchman is also claimed Chelsea.
Both London clubs have problems with scoring at center forward, and 36-year-old Benzema could be an interesting option to solve the problems.
Premier League clubs are trying to take advantage of the situation – we recall that Benzema was suspended by head coach Marcelo Gallardo from the winter tournament in Dubai. It was previously reported that Karim left Saudi Arabia, dissatisfied with the lack of winter transfer reinforcements. At the same time, Al-Ittihad is actively trading in Argentinean Angel Correa to Atlético, who can also fill the forward position.
As journalist Ben Jacobs reported, a request from Manchester United for the star Frenchman was rejected, and there was no substantive interest from Chelsea at all. Despite the conflict with the coach, the chances that Benzema will not leave in the winter are quite high.
The 2022 Ballon d’Or winner moved to Al Ittihad in July last year. Benzema made 20 appearances for the Saudi Arabian club in all competitions, scoring 20 goals and providing 5 assists.
Al Ittihad is ranked seventh in the Saudi Arabian Championship. Benzema’s team lost their last three matches, including to Al Nasr to Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane. The championship in Saudi Arabia has been suspended for the duration of the Asian Cup.
Arsenal are fourth in the Premier League, Chelsea are ninth.
Source: Sportarena
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