Former French striker Karim Benzema (37 years old) stated that a return to Real Madrid is possible – and that this hypothesis depends directly on the presence of Florentino Perez in charge of the club. In an interview with the Spanish newspaper AS, the player confirmed who could facilitate his return.
-He’s someone I can never refuse.
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The reference is to the Merengue president, who is now 78 years old and will be re-elected until 2029. According to Benzema, the relationship built over 14 years affects the possibility of a reunion in Madrid.
— If Florentino is still there, it’s possible. We are talking about this. I am a Madrid fan. I feel it inside. Madrid is still my city. We’ll see. If there is…
Florentino was the coach responsible for transferring the striker to Madrid in 2009, at the beginning of his second term. Benzema recalled the day he received the invitation in Lyon, and affirmed the president’s loyalty to him throughout his career.
– In the difficult times, in the good times, when I won the Ballon d’Or – he was always great with me. I couldn’t say no to him.
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During his time at Real Madrid, Benzema won the 2022 Ballon d’Or, won five Champions League titles, four La Liga titles and four European Super Cups, as well as being one of the greatest scorers in the club’s history, with 648 appearances played.
The Frenchman left Real Madrid in 2023 and moved on a free to Saudi club Al-Ittihad, where he is under contract until 2026. Although he is satisfied with his current club, he admits to thinking about the future.
-At the moment, I’m doing very well here. They showed me so much affection. I watch Real Madrid matches, I watch the Champions League and I imagine things. The Champions League is magical.
Benzema also avoided final predictions about the next step in his career.
-My contract will expire, that’s true. And I still don’t know whether to stay or leave. It depends on many things. I will be 38 in December. I see myself playing for another two years. Physically, I’m in good shape, I work hard and I love football. Let’s see what happens.
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