Al-Hilal announce signing of Karim Benzema as he leaves rivals Al-Ittihad | OneFootball

Al-Hilal confirmed this Monday the signing of Karim Benzema, who leaves the rival Al-Ittihad after three seasons at the Jeddah club. The French star joins the Riyadh team at no cost and signed a contract valid for a year and a half.

This season, Benzema has already accumulated 16 goals and one assist in 21 matches played. He was the top scorer for Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Championship and also the player with the most goals for the club this season.

A 2022 Ballon d'Or winner, Benzema leaves the Jeddah club after a disagreement with the management. The Frenchman was awaiting a proposal to renew his contract with the club, but the offer reportedly disappointed him due to a salary reduction, which encouraged the transfer.

During his time in Arab football so far, the forward has played 87 matches, scored 57 goals, and provided 20 assists. Additionally, he won the Saudi Championship and the local Cup with his former club.

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