According to Goal.com, Benzema's situation at Al-Ittihad is becoming increasingly complicated, with the player, coaching staff, and management unwilling to compromise on several issues, leaving many possibilities open before the summer transfer window closes.
While Benzema has not performed at the expected level since joining Al-Ittihad, this crisis is not just about athletic performance, but also stems from the player feeling he has not received due respect at the club.
The report indicates that the forward is unhappy with the club's insistence on assigning the captain's armband based on seniority. He believes his status and achievements warrant a more significant role within the team, especially when compared to Cristiano Ronaldo's situation at Al Nassr.
Italian coach Simone Inzaghi views Benzema from a purely tactical perspective, hoping to confine his role to the penalty area, focusing on finishing attacks. However, Benzema was accustomed to free movement, dropping back to midfield, organizing attacks, and participating in build-up play during his time at Real Madrid.
This divergence in tactical philosophy has created a clear rift between the two sides. The report suggests that unless one side compromises, a true reconciliation in this relationship is almost impossible.
Against this backdrop, Benzema has asked his agent to seek offers for him abroad in preparation for a departure, which also indicates that he is not averse to ending his time at Al-Ittihad if a suitable plan is found.
In contrast, the club management also seems to be in no hurry to keep him, but only if a suitable offer that aligns with the club's interests is received, an offer that has not yet materialized.
From a tactical perspective, the team has multiple options in attack, and management has been restructuring the squad according to Inzaghi's vision for some time. Therefore, if retaining Benzema conflicts with the coach's plans, it may not be a top priority.
However, at the same time, if Benzema leaves and is not replaced by a top player, Al-Ittihad will face a significant challenge, especially with a long season ahead, competing for all domestic and continental titles.
So far, all possibilities remain open. Benzema stands firm on his position, Inzaghi sticks to his ideas, and management awaits a suitable offer.
Among the three parties, Al-Ittihad faces a crucial decision that will impact the team's overall plan for the new season: either management finds a way to bridge the differences and end the dispute, or the crisis continues to escalate, ultimately ending with the departure of one of the biggest stars the club has brought in in recent years.
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