Ancelotti said Benzema’s departure from Real Madrid came as a surprise to him.
MOSCOW, June 5 – RIA Novosti. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said he was surprised by the departure of Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema.
It was announced on Sunday that Benzema will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season. Media reported that Saudi Al-Ittihad offered the 35-year-old Frenchman a two-year contract worth a total of 200m euros.
“His departure was a surprise and a surprise to everyone, you have to understand that. It was a last minute decision. He trained well yesterday and he made such a decision today. We have time to think about what to do.” “We will have a competitive roster next year,” Ancelotti said. official site club.
“I’m leaving him knowing that I coach one of the best football players in the world. He is a very kind, humble and serious person. We were not happy about his departure but we have to respect his decision. He deserved the right to choose.” and we are all grateful to him for what he has done for the club. Legendary, unforgettable and will always be remembered.”
Benzema has been at Real Madrid since 2009. Together with the team, he won the Spanish Champion four times, the Cup three times and the Spanish Super Cup four times. He has also won the Champions League and the Club World Cup five times. In October 2022, the striker won the Ballon d’Or for the first time in his career.
Ballon d’Or winner Benzema leaves Real Madrid
Source: Ria
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