Arsenal and Chelsea could look to snap up Karim Benzema on a short-term dealThe surprise battle for Karim Benzema’s signature may become the story of a relatively quiet January transfer window, with Arsenal and Chelsea potentially launching shock bids for the Real Madrid icon. The veteran striker was one of many high-profile stars who ditched European football for the riches of Saudi Arabia last summer. Lucrative contracts were on offer to any player willing to forgo the much higher standard of football in Europe’s top leagues. But like several of those players, including former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson, Benzema reportedly faces an uncertain future in the Middle East. Manager Marcelo Gallardo has subsequently excluded him from a squad that will travel to Dubai this week.

Source: Express January 16, 2024 07:32 UTC