Dutch player Steven Bergwijn, who plays for Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, praised his French teammate Karim Benzema, affirming that he considers him a wonderful person both on and off the pitch.

In his recent statements, Bergwijn expressed his appreciation for Benzema, saying: "Benzema is an exceptional person. We have a strong relationship off the pitch, and I have been in touch with him since I joined the team. He is very cooperative, both on the field and in our personal lives."

Bergwijn added: "I respect Benzema a lot, and he has provided me with a lot of support, especially during my injury periods. He resembles me in many ways, even in our shared interests."

Speaking about his relationship with Benzema, Bergwijn pointed out that he is not only a remarkable player but also a pivotal personality in the team that helps enhance the team spirit among the players.

Bergwijn concluded his remarks by praising the team spirit that Benzema reflects, considering it one of the factors that made his presence in Al-Ittihad more comfortable.