The Saudi Al-Ittihad Club announced the return of French star Karim Benzema to the Spanish club Real Madrid in order to undergo some necessary medical examinations after suffering from an injury during the recent period. The Jeddah Club issued an official statement in which it stated, “In light of the communication that took place between the club’s medical staff and its counterpart in Real Madrid, in order to consult regarding the injury of the player Karim Benzema, which caused his absence during periods of this season from participating with the team in important matches.” He added, "It was agreed that Benzema would undergo further examinations at the Real Madrid clinic in the Spanish capital by the doctor who medically supervised him during the past years." The statement concluded, "The French player left for Spain and will return to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia next week." It is noteworthy that the Al-Ittihad team occupies fifth place in the Saudi League standings in the current season 2023-2024, with 50 points out of a total of 29 matches it has played in the competition so far.