Benzema back to Europe? Mourinho weighs in

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·26 septembre 2025

Benzema back to Europe? Mourinho weighs in

Wearing the Al-Ittihad shirt, Benzema already boasts 41 goals and 17 assists in 64 matches.

Benzema back to Europe? Mourinho weighs in

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José Mourinho has sought to set the record straight regarding Karim Benzema. With rumors swirling about a possible move to Benfica Lisbon, the Portuguese manager swiftly shut down the speculation.

“I don't think Benzema will return to Europe,” Mourinho stated, as quoted on the club’s official website. “He’s happy in Saudi Arabia, he’s winning titles and his financial situation is enviable. When you leave Europe at that age, it’s rare to come back.”

Imagine a world where Karim Benzema and José Mourinho link-up once again ✨😍 📰 The pair could reunite at Benfica, according to @Ekremkonur, who claims Al-Ittihad would be willing to accept a transfer fee of around just €7m in January before the Frenchman's deal runs out in
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The 37-year-old French striker has been playing for Al-Ittihad since summer 2023, after leaving Real Madrid where he left an indelible mark: 354 goals, 165 assists, and 25 trophies, including five Champions League titles.