Karim Benzema unlikely to return to Europe due to Saudi ambassadorial agreement | OneFootball

Karim Benzema (38) is unlikely to return to Europe due to an agreement to be an ambassador for Saudi Arabia, which was signed when he joined Al-Ittihad, according to a report from RMC Sport. The 38-year-old has been linked with a move away from the club during the final days of the January transfer window. 

Several European clubs have registered an interest in signing the Frenchman. However, they have all been met by the same problem. The agreement that the former Real Madrid striker has to be an ambassador for the country he currently resides him which essentially ties him to playing football in the Saudi Pro League. Juventus have formally approached Benzema.  

Al Hilal in pole position to sign Benzema

With European clubs out of the running the sign the 38-year-old, Al Hilal are the front runners to sign the Ballon d’Or winner. However, it remains to be seen whether the PIF will a sanction a move to a divisional rival. 

GFFN | Liam Wraith