The Sporting Director of Al-Ittihad Decides Benzema's Final Future with the Dean
Ramon Planes, the sporting director of Al-Ittihad Club, revealed the key aspects of French star Karim Benzema's stance on continuing his journey with the Jeddah-based team in the upcoming period.
The debate continues over Benzema's future, as he is under contract with Al-Ittihad until June 2026, with the renewal issue not yet officially resolved.
Planes explained in media statements that Karim Benzema has expressed a clear desire to stay in Saudi Arabia and continue with Al-Ittihad Club in the coming seasons.
He confirmed that Benzema sees the club as a serious project that includes outstanding players, which strengthened his conviction to continue playing for several more years wearing the team's jersey.
Planes added that Benzema's continuation would be a great asset, describing him as an amazing player with a leadership mentality influenced by the spirit of Real Madrid.
Planes' statements came after Benzema's remarkable performance, where he scored a hat-trick in Al-Ittihad's impressive 4-0 victory over Al-Kholood in the 14th round.
The experienced French striker managed to score 7 goals in 10 matches he played with Al-Ittihad in the Roshn Saudi League this season, confirming his high technical value.
The debate continues over Benzema's future, as he is under contract with Al-Ittihad until June 2026, with the renewal issue not yet officially resolved.
Planes explained in media statements that Karim Benzema has expressed a clear desire to stay in Saudi Arabia and continue with Al-Ittihad Club in the coming seasons.
He confirmed that Benzema sees the club as a serious project that includes outstanding players, which strengthened his conviction to continue playing for several more years wearing the team's jersey.
Planes added that Benzema's continuation would be a great asset, describing him as an amazing player with a leadership mentality influenced by the spirit of Real Madrid.
Planes' statements came after Benzema's remarkable performance, where he scored a hat-trick in Al-Ittihad's impressive 4-0 victory over Al-Kholood in the 14th round.
The experienced French striker managed to score 7 goals in 10 matches he played with Al-Ittihad in the Roshn Saudi League this season, confirming his high technical value.
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