An Arab star is preparing to succeed Benzema at Al-Ittihad
Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad club has entered into preliminary negotiations to sign Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri, currently playing for Turkish club Fenerbahçe, as part of its efforts to bolster its attacking line in anticipation of the potential departure of French star Karim Benzema in the near future . According to reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano, Al-Ittihad's management has initiated initial contact with Fenerbahçe and the player's representatives, but has not yet reached an advanced stage, pending Benzema's final decision regarding his continued stay with the club. En-Nesyri is considered one of the most prominent Arab strikers in Europe, possessing exceptional physical strength, aerial prowess, and extensive experience at both the continental and international levels, both with his Turkish club and the Moroccan national team . For its part, Fenerbahçe is not opposed to the idea of letting go of its striker should a suitable financial offer arrive, especially since the player is considered a key pillar of the team, making the negotiations contingent on developments in the coming days . Al-Ittihad officials are waiting for clarity regarding Benzema's future before accelerating negotiations, at a time when the administration is seeking to prepare a replacement capable of leading the team's attack and maintaining its ambitions locally and continentally.
