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Manchester United have been urged to consider a surprise move for former Real Madrid star Karim Benzema as they look to add more experience and depth to their attack.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 25

Benzema hits back hard: fake news, my dear

What's the story? Karim Benzema has denied reports that Nike cancelled a planned advertising collaboration with him, after news circulated that the American sportswear brand had pulled out of a promotional campaign involving the former Real Madrid striker.

Aston Villa News / Goal.com / September 25

Four qualities that Joao Pedro shares with Karim Benzema highlighted by Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink following bold claim by Blues boss Xabi Alonso

Benzema is considered to be a generational talent and a man that sits alongside the very best in the business when it comes to prolific No.9s from his era.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 24

Nike cancel planned London photoshoot with Karim Benzema over concerns regarding his controversial past

Nike cancelled a scheduled filming session for a campaign advert featuring Benzema on Wednesday night. According to a report from The Athletic, the sportswear company decided that Benzema did not align with their brand values.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 18

Zidane opens the thorny files in his first press conference: Mbappe, Benzema and Ceuta on the table

Zidane sketches out the future of France Zinedine Zidane has laid out the outlines of his France project in his first press conference as head coach, naming a squad for four UEFA Nations League matches while addressing Kylian Mbappé, Karim Benzema, Aurélien Tchouaméni, the controversy surrounding Ceuta, and his technical choices for the new squad.

Chelsea FC News / Goal.com / September 16

'The new Benzema': Xabi Alonso boasts about Barcelona's failure to sign Joao Pedro

A special tribute Barcelona are hunting for a complete striker with the pedigree of a world-class talent. The solution was within their grasp last summer.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 15

Karim Benzema to Bayer Leverkusen? Sporting director Simon Rolfes breaks silence on stunning transfer links to former Real Madrid superstar

Sensational reports briefly swept the transfer market after DZfoot journalist Ilyes Kaddouri claimed direct contact had taken place between Leverkusen chiefs and Benzema.

Seville News / Goal.com / September 11

An exceptional start: the tenth goal gives En-Nesyri the edge over Benzema in the Saudi league

The Moroccan striker shatters his French counterpart's beginnings Morocco's Youssef En-Nesyri has outdone his French predecessor Karim Benzema in the Saudi Roshn League.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 9

'Outside the top 30 strikers!': Benzema mocks a journalist who downplayed his historic status

left Al-Hilal a few days ago Karim Benzema, the former Al-Hilal player, hit back sharply at a French journalist who played down his historical standing.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 8

Mane and Quinones defeat Bono and Benzema: they enter the Saudi league into Ballon d'Or history

The Roshn League goes global The Saudi Roshn League has muscled its way into Ballon d'Or history through the widest of doors, with the announcement of the nominees for the 2026 award for the world's best player.

Newcastle United News / Caught Offside / September 8

Newcastle United could find opportunity to sign 5x Champions League winner

Newcastle United could emerge as an intriguing theoretical option for Karim Benzema if the former Real Madrid striker decides he wants to return to European football.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 7

A Spanish newspaper: Benzema trapped in Saudi Arabia, and Lyon reveals the reasons behind the failure of his return

Will he move to a new club in the Roshn League? Karim Benzema is trapped in Saudi Arabia. That was the claim of a Spanish press report on Monday, which

Aston Villa News / Goal.com / September 6

Although he wanted to play for free: Karim Benzema's spectacular transfer collapses

This summer, Benzema came remarkably close to a sensational return to Lyon and was prepared to play without pay for his boyhood club. But complex contractual hurdles ultimately caused the move to collapse.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 6

From the womb of suffering: can Facing repeat the 'green miracle' with Al-Ittihad?

The German coach makes the headlines Al-Ittihad were not among the favourites to be one of the standout champions of the new season. In fact, they entered

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Aston Villa News / Goal.com / September 6

Karim Benzema return to Lyon collapses despite Ballon d'Or winner agreeing to play for free

The romantic prospect of Benzema leading the line for Lyon one last time was a genuine possibility during the summer transfer window. Following his departure from Real Madrid in 2023, the veteran forward has spent his time in the Middle East, but the pull of his roots remains incredibly strong.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Goal.com / September 5

A resounding surprise: the historic contract destroyed Karim Benzema's dream!

What happened? The French newspaper " L'Équipe " have dropped a major surprise over the future of former Al-Hilal star Karim Benzema. Olympique Lyonnais,

Olympique Lyonnais News / Goal.com / September 4

Imminent announcement: Benzema begins the countdown to settling his future

Karim Benzema will announce his future very soon Uncertainty surrounds the future of French striker Karim Benzema, after his contract with Saudi club Al-Hilal was terminated by mutual consent.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / September 1

Watch: Al-Hilal president refutes manipulation accusations and reveals the behind-the-scenes of Benzema's departure

The French striker left the club after half a season since his signing. Al-Hilal president Prince Nawaf bin Saad has hit back at accusations of financial manipulation levelled at the club, following the big-money deals struck by "the Boss" this summer.

Aston Villa News / Goal.com / September 1

Retirement looming? Karim Benzema leaves Al Hilal after contract termination with the Saudi Pro League club

The football world was caught off guard on Monday when Al-Hilal announced that they had reached an agreement to part ways with Benzema. The 38-year-old striker, who still had a year remaining on his lucrative deal, is now a free agent, but the circumstances of his departure suggest that a return to the pitch is far from guaranteed.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / August 31