Karim Benzema, the French striker and captain of Real Madrid, is set to leave the club in the coming days. His departure was formally announced by Los Blancos ahead of their final game of the season.
A Memorable Exit
Benzema’s exit was marked by a goal in a 1-1 home draw with Athletic Club. This was his final performance for Real Madrid before he embarks on a new challenge in Saudi Arabia. The veteran forward had initially planned to reject interest from the Middle East and sign a 12-month extension in the Spanish capital, but circumstances quickly changed.
Tributes Pour In
Despite the disappointment surrounding his exit, Benzema’s teammates were full of praise for his quality and leadership in recent seasons. Social media was flooded with messages for the 35-year-old. David Alaba, his teammate for the past two seasons, tweeted, ‘Mon frero @Benzema. It has been an honour to play with you for the past two seasons. You are a special player and the best striker in the world. You deserve everything that you have been awarded. But most importantly, you are an amazing person and friend. I wish you all the best…’
Mon frero @Benzema.
— David Alaba (@David_Alaba) June 4, 2023
It has been an honour to play with you for the past two seasons. You are a special player and the best striker in the world. You deserve everything that you have been awarded.
But most importantly, you are an amazing person and friend.
I wish you all the best… pic.twitter.com/sAeHxr2qA4
Benzvini, Vinzema… Lo que sea. El resultado siempre ha sido el mismo: goles, risas, títulos y, sobre todo, aprendizaje.
— Vini Jr. (@vinijr) June 4, 2023
Cuando el chico de São Gonçalo, demasiado tímido, llegó a Madrid en 2018, fuiste lo primero en recibirme. Nunca olvidaré.
Crecí contigo. Ganamos España,… pic.twitter.com/t3XBh8THRp
Gracias por tanto, gracias capitán 🥹🤍 pic.twitter.com/AXavjKypwm
— Dani Carvajal Ramos (@DaniCarvajal92) June 4, 2023
A Legacy to Remember
Benzema’s departure is a significant moment for Real Madrid. His contribution to the club has been immense, and he will be remembered as one of the club’s greatest players. His departure also marks the end of an era for Real Madrid, as he joins Mariano Diaz and Eden Hazard on the released list.
Related Articles
For more on Karim Benzema’s illustrious career and his impact on football, you may find these articles interesting:
- Karim Benzema to Depart Real Madrid This Summer
- Karim Benzema’s Unexpected Decision: Staying with Real Madrid
- Karim Benzema: A New Chapter in Saudi Arabia?
As we bid farewell to Karim Benzema, we celebrate his contributions to the sport and look forward to his next chapter in Saudi Arabia. His legacy at Real Madrid will continue to inspire future generations of footballers.
