Nuno Espirito Santo has refuted rift rumors in his relationship with Al-Ittihad striker Karim Benzema, calling them ‘bullshit’.
The former Real Madrid striker joined the Saudi Pro League club at the end of last season but there have reportedly been talks of an almost immediate departure following an alleged standoff with the Portuguese manager.
Benzema has tried to put those rumors to rest before, and his manager has followed suit, saying the speculations are unfounded while stressing that the Frenchman is happy in Saudi Arabia.
“I want to clarify one thing,” Nuno said at a press conference. ” I read in the press that my relationship with Karim was not good. Those who know me know that’s bullshit. »
“My relations with all the players are good. We have a strong group relationship and we are happy with all the players. We are happy that Karim is here with us.
“He is happy, as you can see on the pitch. He likes to play for Al-Ittihad. I understand his motives. But we are a strong group, we are a very strong group.
