Karim Benzema could discover a new coach. The French striker, who still plays in Saudi Arabia, for Al-Ittihad, had a complicated first season under his new colors. After asking to leave “temporarily the club” during the month of February, the 2022 Ballon d’Or was ruled out by Marcelo Gallardo for the round of 16 of the Asian Champions League.
According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, this decision has still not been digested by the Saudi leaders. Quoting President Nazer, he wrote: “Gallardo made significant errors in demanding the withdrawal of Benzema, which is unacceptable. He is a vital part of the Saudi Arabia project and the club. » His hours would therefore be numbered, and several coaches are already on the club’s books.
The management of Al-Ittihad still has a few weeks to decide before the start of the championship. The previous one, which ended on May 27, saw the club finish in a disappointing 5th place, on the verge of qualifying for continental competitions. The presence of the former Real Madrid star and N’Golo Kanté, who proved at the Euro that he has lost none of his talent, was not enough.
