Karim Benzema Welcomes New Teammate N’Golo Kante to Al-Ittihad After Completing Move
Posted By Sammy Legals
June 21, 2023
12:01 pm
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Karim Benzema has welcomed his French compatriot N’Golo Kante to Al-Ittihad after the Chelsea midfielder completed his move to the Saudi giants.
Kante, 32, has been confirmed as a new Al-Numoor player, joining on a four-year deal after leaving Chelsea. He will reportedly earn €25 million per year with the Saudi Pro League champions, per transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
The Frenchman joins Benzema as the latest household name to arrive in the Middle East. The Real Madrid icon has welcomed his former France teammate to King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.
Al-Ittihad posted a video on their Twitter account of the duo exchanging pleasantries upon Kante’s arrival. The former Madrid captain said:
“Hi N’Golo, one time I told you you’re the best player box to box in the world. Now I’m happy to play with you again. And of course in the best team in Saudi. See you in Jeddah.”
Kante responded to his compatriot’s welcoming, saying:
“Thank you, Karim, nice to see you again. I’m very pleased to play with you, the best player in the world.”
The French midfielder did look set to sign a new contract with Chelsea earlier this year. However, no extension was agreed upon and he is now heading to Al-Ittihad to join Benzema in the Saudi champions’ side.
Kante became a Blues legend during his seven years at Stamford Bridge. He made 269 appearances across competitions, scoring 13 goals and providing 16 assists. He won the Champions League, the Premier League, and the FA Cup.
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