Arsenal Target Karim Benzema’s Fate Is Down To Carlo Ancelotti Insists Real Madrid President Florentino Perez
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has revealed that the future of star striker Karim Benzema is in the hands of manager Carlo Ancelotti, amid interest from Arsenal.
The Gunners have long been linked with a move for the 33-year-old French forward, who has been a key player for Los Blancos since joining the club in 2009. However, Perez has made it clear that any decision regarding Benzema’s future will ultimately be made by Ancelotti.
Speaking to reporters, Perez said, “Karim Benzema is a fantastic player and has been an important part of our success over the years. But ultimately, it is up to Carlo Ancelotti to decide what is best for the team. He is the one who works with the players on a daily basis and knows their strengths and weaknesses better than anyone else.”
Ancelotti, who returned to Real Madrid for a second spell as manager earlier this year, has spoken highly of Benzema in the past and has indicated that he sees him as a key part of his plans for the upcoming season.
Despite this, Arsenal are reportedly still keen on bringing Benzema to the Emirates Stadium this summer as they look to bolster their attacking options. The Gunners have struggled to find a consistent goal scorer in recent seasons and see Benzema as a potential solution to their goalscoring woes.
However, with Perez suggesting that Ancelotti will have the final say on Benzema’s future, it remains to be seen whether a move to Arsenal will materialize for the French striker. As one of the most experienced and talented strikers in world football, Benzema would undoubtedly be a valuable addition to Mikel Arteta’s side if a deal can be reached.
For now, Arsenal fans will have to wait and see how the situation unfolds, with Ancelotti holding the key to Benzema’s fate at Real Madrid. The coming weeks could prove crucial in determining whether the Gunners will be able to secure the signature of the prolific forward or if he will remain at the Santiago Bernabeu for the foreseeable future.
