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Lisbon Benfica can sign a contract with the owner of the gold ball Karim Benzema, who is now in favor of Saudi al-Aitikhad. About it reports Marca.

According to the source, a few days ago, the head coach of “Eagle” Jose Mourinho called his former player to express his interest in the French striker.

It is noted that the words of the Portuguese specialist forced Benzema to think about returning to European football. The transition can happen in the January transfer window.

Recall that the 37-year-old Frenchman acted under the leadership of Mourinho in the Madrid real from 2010 to 2013.

The current employment agreement with the Saudi Club was calculated by June 30, 2026. The transfers estimates it at seven million euros.

This season, Karim Benzema played three matches for al-istikhad and scored three goals.