Former Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema has fueled speculation about a potential return to the LaLiga giants, even as he remains undecided about his long-term future with Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad.
In comments shared on Tuesday via a post by football journalist Fabrizio Romano on X, Benzema suggested the door remains open for a comeback to the Bernabéu. “If Florentino is still there, it could happen. I could never say no to Pérez.
I’m a Madridista. I feel it in my soul. Madrid is still my city. We’ll see what happens.”
The 2022 Ballon d’Or winner, whose contract in Saudi Arabia runs through June 2026, avoided making firm declarations about staying or moving on. “I don’t know if I’ll leave Al Ittihad or stay. It depends on many factors… let’s see what happens,” he said, signaling that his next step will depend on evolving circumstances.
Benzema, who netted more than 300 goals for Real Madrid and played a decisive role in the club’s Champions League and LaLiga triumphs, continues to command immense respect among supporters of Los Blancos.
He also weighed in on the ongoing criticism surrounding Vinícius Júnior, urging observers to show greater balance in their assessments and to acknowledge the Brazilian star’s significant impact on the team’s success.
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