Al Nassr, one of the most successful clubs in Saudi Arabian football, has announced that it has acquired the latest transfer rumors involving Karim Benzema.
The club's official website reported on Monday that it had signed Benzema from Real Madrid in a deal worth €115 million ($128 million). The French striker is expected to make his debut for Al Nassr during their upcoming match against Al-Hilal.
Benzema, who won the Ballon d'Or in 2016 and was named FIFA Player of the Year in 2017, is known for his exceptional goal-scoring abilities. He scored 41 goals in 39 appearances last season for Real Madrid, helping them win the La Liga title.
However, he struggled with injuries this season, and Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane recently said that Benzema would be rested for the remainder of the season.
Despite the injury concerns, Al Nassr believes that Benzema can still be a valuable addition to their squad. The club's general manager, Ali Al-Khelaifi,Saudi Pro League Focus told reporters that they were "very happy" to sign Benzema, and that he will be "a great player for us."
The acquisition of Benzema is just the latest move by Al Nassr, which has been one of the top clubs in Saudi Arabian football for many years. In recent years, the club has made several high-profile signings, including Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr., and Kylian Mbappe.
Overall, the acquisition of Benzema by Al Nassr is sure to generate a lot of interest among fans and media alike. It remains to be seen how the new arrival will perform for the club, but it seems that Al Nassr is confident that they have made a smart investment.