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Karim Benzema has made one of the hardest decisions in his career as a footballer, ending his 14-year romance with Real Madrid. The 35-year-old is set to make cool money in Saudi Arabia ahead of next season.
Finally the rumours are true after Real Madrid confirmed their longest serving player Karim Benzema will leave the club this summer.
The Frenchman has been linked with a mouthwatering offer in Saudi Arabia which would make him among the highest paid players in the world.
Los Blancos will not look for a replacement for the 35-year-old who is set to end his 14-year spell at the Santiago Bernabeu.
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11:51 - 04.06.2023
Real Madrid unveil plan for Karim Benzema's exit
Real Madrid and Karim Benzema have decided to go their separate ways after their long-term relationship ended on Sunday.
Here are 3 reasons Benzema wants to leave Real Madrid
1. The irresistible annual income
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Reports have it that Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad has tabled a €200m yearly income for the former French international.
Benzema’s pay will just be a few millions away from his former Real Madrid teammate Cristiano Ronaldo who pockets a whopping €206m annual salary according to Goal.
2. He has achieved everything in club football
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At 35, Benzema has won all the laurels in club football since he joined Real Madrid from French side Lyon in the summer of 2009.
Benzema has won five Champions Leagues, four La Liga titles, four Copa del Rey, five FIFA Club World Cups, four UEFA Super Cup and Spanish Super Cup.
3. No more international football
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The French footballing icon called it quits with Les Bleus after the World Cup in 2022 and is ready to put the failures of not winning gold for France.
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11:19 - 04.06.2023
OFFICIAL: Benzema leaves Real Madrid
Real Madrid confirms Karim Benzema's departure from the club as a free agent after 14 years.
In turn, Benzema can now have proper rest during the international breaks and focus on other areas of his life while making cool money.
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