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Benzema could retire in May and become an ambassador for Real Madrid (Relevo)

16.01.2025
Karim Benzema could retire at the end of the season and become an ambassador for Real Madrid. According to Relevo, the 36-year-old Al-Ittihad forward is thinking about retiring and does not even rule out that this could happen in 2025, after the end of the current season, and not in 2026.
The Frenchman has not yet made a final decision, but is beginning to think about this topic. After a season and a half, the player began to tire of the daily routine, including training, which in Saudi Arabia takes place in the afternoon due to the hot climate. In addition, despite today`s successes, he is experiencing mental fatigue after a difficult start at the club.
The club believe that Benzema is likely to retire in 2026 at the end of his contract, but a possible departure in 2025 is not considered a bad option. On the one hand, it will be possible to save on the football player’s large salary, on the other hand, he will probably continue to represent the league in the context of image participation.
So while Benzema`s immediate future is likely to be in Saudi Arabia, he is considering a stint with Real Madrid down the line. According to Relevo, the striker has already agreed with the club on the position of global ambassador, primarily in the Arab world.
It is noted that the football player, who is a graduate of Lyon, has maintained excellent relations with the president of the cream team, Florentino Perez, and would also like to return to Madrid, where he has a home.
This season, Benzema has played 10 matches in the Saudi League, scoring 10 goals and making 3 assists. Â Detailed statistics are available here.
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