Karim Benzema Transfer Blocked by Cristiano Ronaldo

Karim Benzema's transfer to Al-Hilal is on the verge of collapsing due to Cristiano Ronaldo's intervention. The Portuguese legend is reportedly unhappy at Al-Nassr and is refusing to play for them.

What happened?

Cristiano Ronaldo has blocked Karim Benzema's potential move from Al-Ittihad to Al-Hilal this winter. This has also reportedly led to two other transfers being in jeopardy. Journalist Patrick Berger reported that Karim Benzema is set to join Al-Hilal from Al-Ittihad.

Why it matters for Karim Benzema

Benzema joined Al-Ittihad after leaving Real Madrid in 2023, scoring 54 goals and providing 17 assists in 83 games. His contract with Al-Ittihad is set to expire this summer. Cristiano Ronaldo is opposing Karim Benzema's transfer to Al-Hilal due to competitive concerns.

What comes next?

Journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu reported that N'Golo Kante's move to Fenerbahce and Youssef En-Nesyri's move to Al-Ittihad will also collapse. The clubs have finalized the agreements and submitted them to the Saudi Pro League. Official signatures are on hold pending approval. And Cristiano Ronaldo's contract with Al-Nassr will expire next summer. But he reluctantly signed a new contract last year and was hopeful of more ambition from the board. So the situation is still uncertain for Karim Benzema and the other players involved. Benzema's representative and the Saudi Pro League management are continuing their discussions to resolve the issue. The transfer window is still open, and anything can happen. Al-Hilal, Al-Ittihad, and the Saudi Pro League are all waiting for a resolution.