2024-01-01 11:41:00
Karim Benzema has been involved in a mysterious episode in recent days that has left Saudi fans and the press looking for answers regarding his whereregardings and physical condition. The absence of the 2022 Ballon d’Or from Al-Ittihad training in recent days has generated speculation, leading some to think that the Frenchman might have made the decision to leave the team. Her temporary disappearance from social media, including the deactivation of his Instagram account with more than 76 million followers, added more intrigue to the case.
Along these lines, the local press reports this Sunday that Benzema is injured and has left Saudi Arabia to seek treatment and recovery, all with the consent of the club. However, when asked regarding the issue last Friday, coach Marcelo Gallardo avoided commenting and left many questions in the air.
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While the whereregardings of Karim Benzema, who has 12 goals in 20 games, is still unknown, sources close to the Saudi club have denied rumors of an imminent departure, explaining that the player had received permission for a brief absence due to “special circumstances.” ” and that he would benefit from three days off.
Despite the clarifications, the media hype persists, and uncertainty regarding Benzema’s return to the team and his physical condition remains. The Saudi press has been closely following every development, and speculation over the French striker’s future will continue until the former Real Madrid player returns to action.
Benzema, in everyone’s sights
Benzema’s situation worsened following the match once morest Al Nassr, where Al Ittihad’s defeat sparked criticism of the Frenchman. He was accused of producing little in attack and committing an avoidable penalty that resulted in a 1-1 draw. The pressure and harassment campaign led Karim to temporarily delete his social networks, where he has more than 76 million followers.
At the present time, the mystery persists, and Benzema’s disappearance becomes one of the most intriguing mysteries in Saudi football. Expectation and concern are growing among fans, who are eagerly awaiting information regarding the whereregardings and future of the French striker in Saudi Arabia.
Karim Benzema arrived at Al Ittihad in 2023 from Real Madrid. (Photo: Getty Images)
Match postponed
The match between Al Taee and Al Ittihad, corresponding to the nineteenth round of the Saudi Arabia League, was postponed on Saturday because the plane in which the visiting team was traveling might not land at the Hail international airport due to bad conditions. weather conditions.
The match will be played on Wednesday, February 7 at the Prince Abdul Aziz Bin Masaad Stadium once the competition resumes following the Asian Cup break.
Among the Al Ittihad expedition, far from the top positions, seventh in the standings and with three consecutive defeats in their last matches, their star Karim Benzema was not found.
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