Beijing News Sports | Reporter Zhao Xiaosong
In the early morning of June 7th, Beijing time, Saudi Jeddah United Football Club officially announced that Golden Globe winner and French star Karim Benzema joined the team, and the two sides signed a contract until 2026.
Benzema, who will celebrate his 36th birthday at the end of this year, previously reached an agreement with the “old club” La Liga giants Real Madrid to leave the team this summer, ending his 14-year “Galaxy Battleship” career. According to a number of European media reports, Benzema’s annual salary in Jeddah United will be “more than 200 million euros”.
The Jeddah United Club reported the news of Benzema’s joining on the homepage of the official website.
The chairman of the Jeddah United club is very excited about the arrival of the French star. He said that with a star like Benzema, the influence of the Jeddah United team will be greatly enhanced. There will be many people wearing Benzema on the local streets. The jersey, trying to replicate the French star’s every move on the pitch, “We know that all eyes are on Benzema and we can’t wait to see him wear the Jeddah United No. 9 jersey next season.”
In an official interview with the Jeddah United Club, Benzema also looked forward to the new journey. He said: “I am very happy to experience the new league in a different country. Great ambition to be the hegemon in Asia. During my career, I was lucky to achieve a lot in Spain and Europe. Now it’s time for a new challenge. Every time I come to Saudi Arabia, I feel that The passion and love from the fans and people. I am looking forward to working side by side with my new teammates and helping this club and the Saudi league to new heights.” China returns the support of fans and clubs with goals.
It is worth mentioning that in the interview, Benzema also talked about Ronaldo, his former teammate in Real Madrid, who came to Saudi Arabia to join the Riyadh Victory Team earlier this year. “There are many excellent players in the Saudi League. Ronaldo is already here. Now, as my friend, he proves that the level of football in Saudi Arabia is starting to improve. I am here to win, as I did in Europe. It will be great to see you all in Jeddah.”Return to Sohu to see more
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