Benzema "humiliated" by Al Ittihad

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Very turbulent times are approaching in Saudi Arabia with Karim Benzema as the absolute protagonist. The French striker has openly rebelled against his club, Al Ittihad, and the situation threatens to become one of the biggest contractual conflicts seen in Middle Eastern football in recent years.

As reported by the French newspaper L'Équipe, the former Real Madrid player feels deeply insulted and humiliated by the renewal proposal he has received, to the point of taking a radical stance regarding his immediate future.

An offer that has broken the relationship

The origin of the conflict lies in the renewal offer presented by Al Ittihad. Karim Benzema's circle considers the proposal "ridiculous" and completely out of place for a player of his status, trajectory, and media impact.

The French striker currently earns around 108 million euros annually, a figure that was crucial in persuading him to leave Europe and head to Saudi Arabia. However, the new offer would be well below that, which the player interprets as a lack of respect and a clear devaluation of his image.

This move has shattered any possibility of understanding. Benzema expected a proposal in line with his current contract or, at the very least, a serious negotiation. What he has received, according to close sources, has caused significant anger.

Benzema stands firm: he does not want to play again

The Frenchman's reaction has been resolute. Karim Benzema's current stance is not to play for Al Ittihad again and to see out his contract until the end of the season to become a free agent. A direct challenge to the Saudi club that escalates the situation to maximum tension.

Benzema believes he has nothing to prove and will not accept conditions that damage his image or legacy. The former Ballon d'Or winner understands that his sporting and commercial influence remains significant and is not willing to yield to a proposal he deems offensive.

This decision represents an earthquake for Saudi football, which had made the Frenchman one of its major international symbols. His absence or total disaffection would have a direct impact on both sports and institutional aspects.

A conflict with global repercussions

The Benzema case goes beyond mere contractual matters. His clash with Al Ittihad questions the stability of some major contracts signed in Saudi Arabia and opens the door to unexpected scenarios.

It is not ruled out that other clubs in the country may try to intervene, or that events are closely monitored from Europe or even the MLS. Becoming a free agent at the end of the season would make Benzema a unique market opportunity, even at an advanced age.

For now, the standoff is set. Karim Benzema feels betrayed, Al Ittihad is facing a top-level internal crisis, and Middle Eastern football is once again at the center of controversy. The outcome promises to be as sensational as it is unpredictable.

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