Karim Benzema ‘to leave’ Al-Hilal this summer? | OneFootball

Karim Benzema could leave Al-Hilal this summer, with the club already exploring a successor.

Benzema has played in the Saudi Pro League since 2023. He joined Al-Hilal in January 2026 and could depart after half a season, with As reporting he is not in Simone Inzaghi's plans.

An exit is complicated by his contract structure, as part of his salary is covered by the Saudi Pro League. Any termination would require agreement with both the club and the league.

Sky Sports claims Benzema has asked to be paid the full value of the final year of his contract to leave on a free, a demand that does not suit club and league officials.

Al-Hilal are weighing Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, who is under contract until 2028, as a replacement for the 2022 Ballon d'Or. Sky Sports also reports that an agreement has been reached with the England international.

Source: Le Progres

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