Ferdinand asks Manchester United to sign Benzema

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Karim Benzema, a 38-year-old forward currently without a team, has been suggested by Rio Ferdinand as a signing for Manchester United. The Frenchman terminated his contract with Al Hilal on August 31 and could arrive on a free transfer, although his contractual situation in Saudi Arabia adds conditions to a potential return to Europe.

Ferdinand believes that United needs another striker who can share minutes with Benjamin Šeško and provide an offensive reference when the Slovenian is not available. The request comes after a season start in which the injuries of the 23-year-old forward have reduced Michael Carrick's alternatives.

🚨 Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to consider signing Karim Benzema.

Rio Ferdinand 🗣️
“Manchester United really need to consider going for Karim Benzema.

He's 38, but he still looks strong, he's played at the highest level and, most importantly, he has the experience… pic.twitter.com/9oWR7lKaDI

— Bliss ❤️ (@arinzechukwuab1) October 1, 2026

Karim Benzema, Rio Ferdinand's Proposed Solution

The former Manchester United defender has included Karim Benzema among the forwards he would have added to complete the squad. Ferdinand also mentioned Danny Welbeck, but focused particularly on the need to have an experienced striker capable of sharing minutes and responsibilities with Šeško.

The Slovenian finished his first season in England with 12 goals in all competitions, although at the beginning of this season, he has again experienced shin problems. His absence has forced Carrick to resort to other offensive solutions, including using Matheus Cunha in more central positions.

Benzema enters this context after becoming a free agent. The Frenchman joined Al Hilal in February 2026 from Al Ittihad and left the Saudi club just six months later, after reaching an agreement to prematurely end a contract that was initially set to run until June 2027. Karim Benzema is featured in the best eleven of free agents currently on the market.

His stats before leaving were 10 goals and five assists in 16 matches. Al Hilal subsequently filled that position with the signing of Ollie Watkins, while Benzema became available to seek a new destination.

A Hurdle for the Return to the Premier League

The possibility of seeing Benzema in the Premier League, however, does not depend solely on the interest he might generate as a free agent. The striker has commitments linked to his time in Saudi Arabia that could affect the signing of a professional contract outside the country.

Reports from September suggest that the Frenchman remains connected to Saudi football as an ambassador until 2030. This situation already complicated his potential return to Olympique de Lyon after leaving Al Hilal.

No Contact Yet

Therefore, there is currently no evidence of a formal negotiation between Manchester United and the forward. What does exist is Ferdinand's public proposal, believing that adding a striker of this caliber would have given Carrick an alternative to Šeško during a season with participation in the Premier League and the Champions League.

Benzema has not announced his retirement either. At 38 years old, he is considering his next career move after his departure from Saudi Arabia, although a return to European football will depend on first resolving his existing commitments. If that situation changes, Manchester United would have Karim Benzema available without the need to negotiate with another club.

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