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Benzema Feels Disrespected by Al Ittihad Contract Offer

1/30/2026

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Karim Benzema, the French striker for Al Ittihad, feels disrespected by the contract extension offer.
Benzema's contract expires this summer.
The new deal would significantly reduce his pay, despite eight goals this season.
France midfielder N'Golo Kanté is close to joining Fenerbahçe, with ongoing negotiations to avoid a free transfer.
France winger Moussa Diaby is also rumored to be leaving Al Ittihad amid transfer speculation.

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Story summary

Karim Benzema, the French striker for Al Ittihad, feels disrespected by the contract extension offer.
Benzema's contract expires this summer.
The new deal would significantly reduce his pay, despite eight goals this season.
France midfielder N'Golo Kanté is close to joining Fenerbahçe, with ongoing negotiations to avoid a free transfer.
France winger Moussa Diaby is also rumored to be leaving Al Ittihad amid transfer speculation.