He was the reason I left the club and refused to play. It’s not the coach. It’s not the fans. I could not stay at the club after what he did. And he is still at the club doing it to ther other players.”- Karim Benzema have finally broken silence after revealing to the fans why he really left Real Madrid after many years at the club

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Home2025March29″I left the club because of him, and I refused to play. It wasn’t the coach or the fans. I couldn’t remain at the club after what he did, and he’s still there, doing the same thing to other players.”- Karim Benzema has finally spoken out, explaining to the fans why he truly departed from Real Madrid after many years with the team.

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“I left the club because of him, and I refused to play. It wasn’t the coach or the fans. I couldn’t remain at the club after what he did, and he’s still there, doing the same thing to other players.”- Karim Benzema has finally spoken out, explaining to the fans why he truly departed from Real Madrid after many years with the team.

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Karim Benzema Opens Up About Real Madrid Exit and Move to Saudi Arabia

Former Real Madrid captain Karim Benzema has clarified his decision to leave the club in the summer of 2023, providing transparency to the rumors surrounding his departure.

Leaving on a High

Benzema stressed his intention to leave on a high note, saying:

“I wanted to leave at my peak, and I never wanted to face Real Madrid as an opponent.”

This emphasizes his profound love and respect for the club, making it clear that he would never compete against his former team.

Florentino Pérez and the Next Generation

Benzema disclosed that he was the first to inform Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez of his decision:

“He didn’t fully understand… but I told him that the young stars, Vinicius and Rodrygo, were ready.”

This highlights his trust in the upcoming generation and his belief that it was their time to shine.

The Move to Saudi Arabia

When discussing his move to Al-Ittihad, Benzema mentioned both footballing and personal reasons:

“The football project in Saudi Arabia seemed massive. I wanted to be part of it and help football grow there.”

He also mentioned his strong cultural and religious ties:

“As a Muslim, being in Mecca brings peace. Saudi Arabia welcomed me warmly, and I felt loved from the start.”

A Legacy at Real Madrid, A New Challenge Ahead

Benzema emphasized that his departure wasn’t due to disputes with the coach, fans, or anyone at the club. It was a personal decision, influenced by his legacy, Real Madrid’s future, and the chance to contribute to the development of football in Saudi Arabia.

Now playing for Al-Ittihad, Benzema embarks on a fresh chapter, leaving behind a remarkable legacy at Real Madrid and embracing new challenges in the Middle East.