Al Hilal: "Here, it's like Real Madrid," says Karim Benzema | OneFootball

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·4 February 2026

Al Hilal: "Here, it's like Real Madrid," says Karim Benzema

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Al Hilal: "Here, it's like Real Madrid," says Karim Benzema

Karim Benzema is already making his first strides at Al Hilal. The Saudi giant's newest signing spoke to the club's media.


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It's the sensational transfer that continues to make headlines in Saudi Arabia. Karim Benzema has chosen to leave Al Ittihad to join Al Hilal in the same league at the close of this winter transfer window. The French striker also shared a heartfelt message with his new Saudi team. "I am very happy to be part of Al Hilal. It's a fantastic team, with a great history and a huge collection of trophies. It's like Real Madrid, but in Asia," he revealed.

Benzema has signed with Al Hilal on an eighteen-month deal, keeping him at the club until June 2027.

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