Benzema, the shock announcement!

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By: Manu Tournoux

Benzema, the shock announcement!

Just a few days shy of his 37th birthday, Karim Benzema could surprise everyone by ending his career at the end of the 2024-2025 season. According to
Relevothe former OL and Real Madrid striker, currently at Al-Ittihad, would feel a certain physical and mental fatigue, particularly in the face of the evening training demands imposed by the heat in Saudi Arabia.

Despite impressive performances with 11 goals and 3 assists in 12 games this season, the 2022 Ballon d’Or seems ready to hang up his boots sooner than expected.

A symbolic return to Real Madrid already planned

Under contract with Al-Ittihad until June 2026, Benzema could however end this adventure next May, also facilitating substantial savings for his club, which pays him a colossal salary estimated at 200 million euros.

However, his post-football future already seems clear. Close to Florentino PĂ©rez, Benzema would have acted as ambassador for Real Madrid, particularly in Saudi Arabia, to strengthen the club’s image in this key region. A strategic reconversion for a player who has won everything on the field and remains a global icon.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.