‘DECISION TO BE MADE’…: Fabrizio Romano now shares update on Arsenal chance of signing Karim Benzema

Arsenal were linked with Al Ittihad striker Karim Benzema during the January window, and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has now exclusively reported on the current situation for GIVEMESPORT.

Benzema decided to move to Saudi Arabia during the summer transfer window to take advantage of the wealth offered in the Middle East. As is known, the French striker has signed a three-year contract with Al-Ittihad and will earn almost 200 million pounds per season, which is equivalent to about 6 pounds per second.

As Benzema has moved to a lower standard league, the former Real Madrid man has naturally scored regularly since his move in the summer transfer window. However, there are reports that Benzema is having some problems off the pitch and that he could now make a surprise return to Europe, with several Premier League clubs considering the veteran striker.

Benzema linked with move to the Premier League
It may seem that all is well for Benzema, who makes a lot of money in Saudi Arabia and scores goals with ease. But according to Spanish newspaper MARCA, Benzema did not show up for the presentation before training began and has now been excluded from the tour altogether. Marcelo Gallardo’s charges return to action in February and it is currently not clear whether Benzema will be part of the squad in the future.

According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal and Chelsea are among those considering loaning Benzema for the rest of the season. The Premier League is unlikely to be able to afford the 36-year-old’s salary, but if they can agree a deal where they only contribute a small percentage, it could be a smart move for both clubs.

Italian journalist Romano recently told GIVEMESPORT that Arsenal would like to enter the market for a new central striker during the winter window. Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah have yet to find a permanent place this season, so Mikel Arteta may be hoping to find a top striker to help the Gunners make a serious attack for the Premier League title. Benzema is certainly not the only player who would be a little sad to see him move to Saudi Arabia, with Jordan Henderson willing to defer his salary to force a move to Ajax.

Fabrizio Romano – Benzema has decided to move on

Romano hinted that the transfer of Benzema, described by The Athletic as “world class”, should be monitored in the coming days and weeks. The Italian journalist added that any bid for the Saudi player would be complicated and difficult to implement given the fees and wages that clubs pay for their star players. Romano spoke to GIVEMESPORT and said…

“Because, as we also see with Jordan Henderson for example, that you can have that kind of desire, but then they pay big money in terms of salary, they spend big money in terms of transfer fee, so it’s not so easy to come out for these players from the Saudi league. In any case, I think this could be one of them to watch in the coming days. But again, nothing concrete or advanced at the moment.”