Manchester United Battles Real Madrid And Lyon For Karim Benzema

Manchester United is attempting to pull off an incredible loan move for Karim Benzema, but Real Madrid and Lyon, two of his previous teams, will not be taking this lightly.

The 36-year-old renowned centre forward may be permitted to leave Saudi Pro League team Al-Ittihad this month, according to Spanish publication Marca, after failing to arrive on time for a midseason training camp.

It is believed that head coach Marcelo Gallardo did not approve of Benzema‘s absence, and as a result, the Frenchman will not be allowed to fly to Dubai with his teammates.

There’s no shortage of intrigue, as Fichajes suggests the aftermath has made it possible for Benzema to leave the Middle East, if only temporarily. Benzema would be the ideal fit for United’s new football strategists, INEOS, who are looking to add a striker who can compete for a starting position alongside youthful talent like Rasmus Hojlund.

The veteran, who has never featured in the Premier League, might be persuaded to transfer to Old Trafford, but he would have to turn down two more amorous offers. According to reports, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti would seize the opportunity to welcome Benzema back to the Bernabeu as his Los Blancos team pursues La Liga and Champions League success in the upcoming months.

After a horrible start to the season, Lyon, the marksman’s boyhood club, would want to return him home to help them climb the Ligue 1 league.

In other events, Sportxparte learnt that Ajax had surpassed Juventus in the competition to recruit former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson from Al-Ettifaq on loan.

This information was cited by the Mirror.

The same source also states that Manchester United is prepared to start negotiations with Benfica in anticipation of a summer transfer of £100 million for Joao Neves, a 19-year-old midfielder. Daniel Munoz, a defender for Genk, is reportedly being targeted by Crystal Palace for a £10 million deal.