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Benzema launches boycott at Al-Ittihad! The striker refuses to play without renewing his contract
2026-01-31 00:02:07 / SPORT
Karim Benzema has refused to play for Al-Ittihad due to a dispute over his contract renewal. The relationship between the French striker and the Saudi club has become increasingly strained, while his future remains unclear. A return to Europe is not ruled out, with Juventus and several Turkish clubs monitoring the situation.
Benzema is going through a turbulent period at Al-Ittihad, having decided not to play for the team due to a dispute over his current contract. The relationship between the French striker and the Saudi club has deteriorated significantly in recent days.
The situation has reached a critical point, to the point that the 36-year-old striker has decided not to train for the challenge against Al Fateh. This decision was not taken by the technical staff or the club's management, but by the player himself, in a sign of revolt.
The Arab club promised the Frenchman that the renewal offer would have the same conditions, but it included a significant reduction in salary, and this has made the footballer feel cheated.
The player considers this renewal offer to be disrespectful and unfair, both for his stature and his current performance.
His contract with Al-Ittihad expires in the summer, prompting the parties to begin talks over a renewal. However, negotiations have not gone as expected and the club's latest proposal has caused great dissatisfaction among Benzema.
The striker is now seriously considering leaving Al Ittihad. This situation with the Arab club increases speculation about a possible return of Benzema to European football.
An interesting track has been opened by his compatriot, Thuram, who has not ruled out the possibility of the French striker's transfer to Juventus.
In addition to the Black and Whites, clubs from Turkey have also emerged on the scene, reportedly closely following Benzema's situation and ready to take advantage if he decides to leave Al-Ittihad.
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