French striker and Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema opened up about his resolution to maneuver to the Saudi Arabian league. Benzema determined to half methods with the Spanish giants Real Madrid after a 14-year-long stint. He would make the transfer to Saudi Arabia and full his swap to Al-Ittihad on July 1.
The 35-year-old joined the Saudi champions on a three-year contract. The striker is ready to earn round €200 million per season within the Middle East. But he stated there was extra behind his resolution than simply cash.
In a latest interview, Benzema stated, “Well, because I’m Muslim and this is a Muslim country, and I have always wanted to live here”.
The former Real Madrid and Lyon star additionally noticed the potential of the Saudi Pro League and hoped to assist it develop alongside his former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo. Talking concerning the league he stated, “I’m so ready to show my talent in this new challenge. There are so many big names playing here in this league. Cristiano Ronaldo and now me. So, it’s very important to show that Saudi football can have a global impact because it’s not only about playing well here. I should bring the success I managed to achieve in Europe and play the same way I used to do with Real Madrid.”
Benzema then concluded by including remarks about this relationship along with his ex-teammate Ronaldo. Benzema stated, “Ronaldo is my friend and he is here. It’s amazing to see him here in Saudi Arabia. Also, he represents the new era of football in this country and the progress that’s happening here, which is important on the international level.”
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Real Madrid desires to signal Inter Milan striker this summer time as a Benzema substitute
Real Madrid is reportedly pondering of creating a transfer for Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez. After the departure of Karim Benzema from the membership and the uncertainty rising over the potential for bringing Harry Kane to Marid, Martinez reportedly grew to become a distinguished possibility for the Spanish giants.
The 25-year-old has scored 28 targets in 56 appearances in all competitions this season and performed a giant function in Inter reaching the Champions League ultimate. Martinez, who’s excessive on Chelsea’s striker wishlist, was additionally a member of the Argentina crew that received the World Cup in Qatar.
It would price Real Madrid round £70 million to deliver him over to Spain. The Argentine can add the Champions League to his cup double in Italy this season after sealing Supercoppa Italiana and Coppa Italia titles to his trophy cupboard in 2022-23.
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