Like Didier Drogba, whose return to Olympique de Marseille was the subject of many rumors during his career, Karim Benzema is regularly mentioned on the side of Olympique Lyonnais, where many supporters dream of seeing him end his career, more than fifteen years after his departure for Real Madrid.
This was again the case last winter when, in conflict with his management, he sought to leave Al-Ittihad. Ultimately, if he was successful, KB9 remained in Saudi Arabia to engage with Al-Hilal until June 2027.
And according to the first interested party, Lyon fans must make up their minds. Asked about this during an Instagram live with rapper Rohff, the 2022 Ballon d’Or refused. ” I can’t “, he whispered, not without having recalled having already expressed himself on the issue several times.
Karim Benzema ready to coach
However, Karim Benzema does not rule out returning to OL at the end of his career. “Why not work there afterwards but as a player no”he added without giving more details on the role he could play if he returned to his training club.
The former French international also spoke about his post-career, revealing that he could see himself becoming a coach, particularly with young people. “Coach?” I don’t know. Maybe. I would like to train the younger ones first. I don’t really like the training they have. I would like to be close to young people. It’s in the back of my mind. I would like to explain to them how I see football,” he confided.
