Arabia strikes back with Atlético involved

Benzema's team is once again interested in a high-profile player. In this case, associated with Atlético de Madrid.

Diego Medina | 18 Aug 2024 | 17.45
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Karim Benzema, former player of Real Madrid, is currently at Al-Ittihad.
Karim Benzema, former player of Real Madrid, is currently at Al-Ittihad.

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The transfer market has witnessed the uncertainty surrounding Mario Hermoso, the 29-year-old center-back who has remained without a team since deciding not to renew with Atlético de Madrid last July. Hermoso, who was a key piece in Atlético's defense, chose not to accept the renewal offers made by the club, as they did not meet his salary expectations. After 48 days of waiting, his future seems to be clearer now, with Saudi Arabia emerging as a possible destination.

Throughout his career, Hermoso has been represented by the agency Gesport Espizua, which supported him in leaving Atlético. However, with his future up in the air, the center-back decided to change representation in August, signing with the prestigious English agency CAA Base LTD. This decision has allowed Hermoso to explore new opportunities in both Italy and England, albeit without success so far.

Among the Italian clubs interested are Juventus, Inter, Milan, and Naples, while in England, Manchester United also considered his signing before opting for Leny Yoro. However, Hermoso's high salary demands have complicated negotiations in these markets.

Al-Ittihad, Leading the Race for Mario Hermoso

In this context, Al-Ittihad from Saudi Arabia has taken the lead in the race to sign the Madrid-born center-back. The club, which had already shown interest in Hermoso when he was an Atlético player, sees him as a luxury addition at no cost. Moreover, the Saudi project, featuring Karim Benzema, is willing to meet the player's salary demands, thus facilitating a possible agreement between both parties.

The opportunity to join Al-Ittihad would not only represent a significant step in Hermoso's career but also allow him to continue in football's elite in an environment that is heavily investing in international talent. With the Premier League and Serie A currently out of reach, Saudi Arabia seems to be the most viable option for the center-back, who might find in the Middle East the stability and economic conditions he is searching for.

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