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Karim Benzema

Arsenal deal to sign Benzema was ‘practically already done’ says Suarez

Suarez revealed Karim Benzema nearly joined Arsenal in 2014. How would that have changed the club's history?
MECCA, SAUDI ARABIA - DECEMBER 23: Karim Benzema of Al Ittihad looks on prior the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Raed at King Abdul Aziz Stadium on December 23, 2023 in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Benzema decision made after offer to Arsenal

Karim Benzema is set to remain at Al-Ittihad beyond this week's transfer deadline, according to a report.
MECCA, SAUDI ARABIA - DECEMBER 23: Karim Benzema of Al Ittihad looks on prior the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Raed at King Abdul Aziz Stadium on December 23, 2023 in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Arsenal offered 12-goal striker earlier this month

Arsenal were offered Karim Benzema earlier in January, but they're more likely to sign a defender before next week's transfer deadline.
Ittihad's French forward #09 Karim Benzema runs with the ball during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah on December 26, 2023. (Photo by -/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal latest for Karim Benzema as Al-Ittihad situation grows tense

Karim Benzema may yet decide to leave Al-Ittihad this month, but there's still nothing in the links to Arsenal, according to a report.
GETAFE, SPAIN - AUGUST 28: Borja Mayoral of Getafe CF reacts after missing a goal scoring opportunity during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Getafe CF and Deportivo Alaves at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on August 28, 2023 in Getafe, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Arteta striker signing comments bring relief for Getafe

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms no new striker signings in January, ensuring Getafe's Borja Mayoral stays amidst transfer speculation.
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - DECEMBER 26: Karim Benzema of Al-Ittihad looks on prior to the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium on December 26, 2023 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Benzema to Arsenal update as player sets stance

Arsenal look likely to sign a striker this year, but it won't be former Real Madrid man Karim Benzema, according to reports.
MECCA, SAUDI ARABIA - DECEMBER 23: Karim Benzema of Al Ittihad looks on prior the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Raed at King Abdul Aziz Stadium on December 23, 2023 in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye Karim Benzema loan

Arsenal target Karim Benzema for a loan deal to enhance their attack, as the experienced striker emerges as a key focus in the transfer market.
Arsenal's Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus reacts as he sits on the bench during the UEFA Europa League Group A football match between Arsenal and Bodoe/Glimt at The Arsenal Stadium in London, on October 6, 2022. (Photo by Daniel LEAL / AFP) (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Real Madrid eye Gabriel Jesus

Real Madrid are apparently considering a move for Gabriel Jesus to replace Karim Benzema when the Ballon d'Or winner finally leaves the club.
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Karim Benzema wanted Arsenal move last summer

Karim Benzema reportedly wanted to move to Arsenal but was talked out of it by Zinedine Zidane and his father.

Media find new ridiculous way to link Benzema to Arsenal

Carlo Ancelotti has told Arsenal he'll only take over from Arsene Wenger if the club sign Karim Benzema, according a ridiculous report in Spain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Bellerin offers himself to Real Madrid after Barcelona say ‘no’

Hector Bellerin has reportedly offered himself to Real Madrid after Lionel Messi vetoed any Barcelona move for the defender according to reports that I’m going to call ‘dodgy’ to be polite.
Karim Benzema reacts during the UEFA Champions League group H football match Real Madrid CF vs Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 17, 2017. (GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Why is this Spanish publication so obsessed with Benzema moving to Arsenal?

Few outlets know how to peddle a Benzema to Arsenal story like Don Balon.
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4 reasons why Arsenal won’t increase offer for Benzema

Arsenal will not increase their reported £35m offer for Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, despite rumours to the contrary.

Report: Wenger’s successor Enrique has lined up first signing

Luis Enrique could become the new manager of Arsenal, and is already planning his first signing, according to reports.

Man City join Arsenal and PSG in the race for Benzema

Manchester City have joined Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain in the race for Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, according to reports in Spain.
Karim Benzema reacts during the UEFA Champions League group H football match Real Madrid CF vs Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 17, 2017. (GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal won’t be signing Benzema

Once again, Arsenal have been linked with a move for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema, despite many more reasons why they'd be better off steering clear.

Spanish media guess at Benzema’s thought process to declare he doesn’t want Alexis

Karim Benzema is concerned that Real Madrid could sign Alexis Sanchez, according to reports.
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Real to offer Benzema to Arsenal to fund Neymar pursuit

In one of the stranger transfer stories you might read this week, Real Madrid are reportedly desperate to sign Neymar and are going to use Arsenal to do it.
Karim Benzema reacts during the UEFA Champions League group H football match Real Madrid CF vs Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 17, 2017. (GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal reportedly offer ’embarrassing’ £40m for Benzema

Arsenal have upset Real Madrid by offering £40m for Karim Benzema, according to reports.
Karim Benzema reacts during the UEFA Champions League group H football match Real Madrid CF vs Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 17, 2017. (GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Benzema could be available after Real Madrid fallout

Karim Benzema could now be available to join Arsenal after falling out with Real Madrid over his poor scoring form this season.
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Benzema: Giroud is good playing with his back to goal

Karim Benzema has payed Olivier Giroud a bit of a back-handed compliment following the 31-year-old's 29th goal for France.
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Arsenal, Benzema, and a rumour that refuses to die

Arsenal are reportedly in with a chance of landing long-term target, Karim Benzema, as Real Madrid plan a 'clear out'.

Benzema’s agent denies reports that Arsenal could sign the striker

Karim Benzema's agent has denied claims that the Real Madrid centre-forward is keen to join Arsenal, after reports emerged of the Gunners' apparent interest.
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Arsenal hoping to capitalise on Benzema’s uncertain future

Arsenal are reportedly hoping to capitalise on Karim Benzema's uncertain future at Real Madrid.

Arsenal targeting Benzema to replace Alexis

Reports in Spain are once again suggesting that Arsenal want Karim Benzema to replace Alexis Sanchez next summer.

Spanish media still claiming Arsenal want Benzema

The media have predictably found a new way to link Arsenal to Karim Benzema, despite the French striker signing a new contract with Real Madrid last week.

Benzema snubs Arsenal interest and signs a new deal with Real Madrid

A day after it looked as if the Karim Benzema-to-Arsenal rumours were about to come waddling back into our lives, the Real Madrid striker signs a new four-year deal.

Real Madrid considering selling Benzema to Arsenal

Real Madrid are reportedly considering selling Karim Benzema to Arsenal as the Gunners begin the hunt for Alexis Sanchez's replacement.

Real Madrid reportedly interested in Alexis

Alexis Sanchez is reportedly being targeted by Real Madrid, with the Spanish La Liga giants targeting a replacement for the injured Karim Benzema.

Spanish media linking Benzema to Arsenal again

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has been linked with Arsenal. Again by the Spanish media.

Remi Garde, Bruno Genesio and Ian Wright said this about Lacazette

Alexandre Lacazette is already showing why Arsenal spent a club record fee to sign him from Lyon, and plenty of people around the club have noted how good he could be for the Gunners.

Arsenal linked with Benzema blah blah

Arsenal have once again been linked with a move for Real Madrid striker, Karim Benzema, as Zinedine Zidane looks to trim his squad.

Arsenal could make approach for Benzema if Sanchez leaves, says latest ridiculous rumour

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has once again been linked with a move to Arsenal should Alexis Sanchez leave, in another instance of lazy transfer reporting.

Arsenal to miss out on Karim Benzema with talks over new contract at Real...

Long-time Arsenal target Karim Benzema is close to signing a new contract at Real Madrid, according to reports.

Arsenal contact Real Madrid over Benzema-Alexis swap

Arsenal have reportedly contacted Real Madrid over a swap deal, trading Alexis Sanchez for Karim Benzema.

Karim Benzema scout report

It seems as if Arsenal are destined to be linked with Karim Benzema until the end of time.

Arsenal to pursue Benzema if Sanchez leaves

Arsenal will make a bid for long-term target Karim Benzema from Real Madrid should Alexis Sanchez leave the club this summer.

Arsenal tried to sign Karim Benzema before signing Lacazette

Arsenal apparently tried to sign Karim Benzema before they moved on to sign Alexandre Lacazette.

Arsenal’s incomings and Lyon’s outgoings: Where Lacazette ranks

The £52m transfer of Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon to Arsenal is a record deal for both clubs.

17 crazy Arsenal transfer rumours

The summer transfer window will see Arsenal linked with a host of players they have no intention of signing, and the Gunners have already been the subject of some crazy transfer rumours already.