The French forward Kareem Benzema, captain of Al-Ittihad, has once again cast doubt over his future with the team as his contract is set to expire at the end of the current season. This uncertainty comes amidst increasing speculation regarding interest from several clubs eager to secure his services in the near future.
Previously, Benzema had expressed a desire to continue his journey with Al-Ittihad, which had raised hopes among the club’s supporters about a potential contract renewal. This optimism is further fueled by the fact that he has entered the free agency period since the beginning of January, granting him the freedom to negotiate with any other club.
Recent Performance and Future Speculations
On the sporting front, the French superstar has continued to deliver impressive performances, leading Al-Ittihad to their fifth consecutive victory in the Roshen Saudi League. This latest success came after he scored a hat-trick, propelling his team to a resounding 4-0 win against Al-Khaloud in the 14th round of the competition.
Following the match, Benzema spoke to the media, stating, “I am very happy with this victory. We scored four goals and successfully capitalized on the red card shown to one of the Al-Khaloud players. I always strive to assist the team and bring joy to the fans.”
The captain of Al-Ittihad further emphasized, “We are working as hard as possible to compete for all titles this season. Continuing to achieve victories is the only way forward, and I thank the fans of Al-Ittihad for their tremendous support.”
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Regarding his future with the club, Benzema remarked, “We will see what happens in the coming period… I don’t know,” a statement that has reignited discussions about his future with Al-Ittihad, despite his earlier affirmations of wanting to remain with the team.
