While Karim Benzema recently suggested that he could consider a return to the French team for the 2026 World Cup, Gérard Bonneau, former OL recruiter and architect of his training, sees real potential there. “If he says that, it’s because he feels he can still contribute something. He still scores in his championship and could supervise the young Blues while saying: “I’m still here”. In 25 minutes, he can change a match”assures Gérard Bonneau, who knows better than anyone the impact of Benzema on the pitch.
The full interview, to be found on Friday December 26 on our site, delves into the exceptional career of Karim Benzema at OL, the decisive role of GĂ©rard Bonneau in his rise to the Ballon d’Or, and reveals the anecdotes and the unique perspective of the man who shaped several generations of French talents, such as Alexandre Lacazette, Hatem Ben Arfa, Nabil FĂ©kir and Corentin Tolisso.
