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Karim Benzema ‘was close’ to Lyon return this summer, but hurdles blocked move

Karim Benzema was close to sealing a summer return to Olympique Lyonnais, but the move fell through, L’Équipe reports.The 38-year-old Al-Hilal forward was approached by Lyon’s hierarchy, the club where...

Lyon ‘to consider’ Karim Benzema return, ambassador deal blocks comeback

Karim Benzema's hopes of a Lyon homecoming this summer were halted by off-pitch obligations in Saudi Arabia.L'Équipe reports that Lyon seriously considered re-signing the 38-year-old and that he was keen,...

Lyon explored Karim Benzema return this summer

L'Équipe reports that Lyon’s hierarchy explored re-signing 2022 Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema this summer, despite many supporters believing the club lacked the funds.The 38-year-old was keen on a one-season...

Karim Benzema came close to returning to Lyon this summer, but…

Al-Hilal’s Karim Benzema (38) was close to signing a return to Olympique Lyonnais this summer, according to reports in L’Équipe.Approached by the management of the Rhône-based club, where he came...