The future of Karim Benzema at Al-Ittihad has suddenly become one of the most confusing and high-stakes sagas in world football.
Just as rumours of his uncertainty and a potential return to Europe dominated headlines, conflicting breaking news has thrown the entire situation into chaos.
While some reports suggest the French legend has already signed a massive two-year contract extension, other reliable sources insist that no official offer has been made by the Saudi club.
The Underlying Uncertainty: Why The Rumours Exist
Regardless of whether he has signed or not, the uncertainty stems from the fact that Benzema himself fueled the fire by seeking clarity on the club's long-term sporting direction.
Benzema’s Ambition: Despite turning 38 this month and scoring 11 goals in 12 games this season, Benzema has publicly stated he wants to play for "at least two more years" and demanded Al-Ittihad present a
project that convinces him they can compete for major trophies.
The Retirement Rejection: He has consistently rejected any notion of retirement, stating he is "not going to quit football in six months."
The Madrid Whisper: He also delivered a bombshell by stating a return to Real Madrid was "possible" as long as Florentino Pérez was President, a comment that instantly put every major European club on high alert.
The Crossroads
If the reports of the two-year extension are confirmed, Benzema has chosen comfort, stability,
and money over the grueling demands of a top European league. The chapter on his European career would be officially closed.
However, if the reports from Foot Mercato are true, Al-Ittihad is risking a major public relations
disaster by allowing the reigning Ballon d'Or winner to enter the final 18 months of his contract without securing his future, leaving the door wide open for an emotional and shocking return to France or Italy.
Until an official announcement comes from the club, which report do you find more believable: the imminent extension, or the growing uncertainty?