MARKET BOMBSHELL: Betis goes after Benzema

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Karim Benzema has entered the radar of Real Betis' transfers to strengthen the forward line in this final stretch of the market. The operation depends on the 38-year-old attacker being able to disassociate from Al-Hilal, with whom he has a contract until June 30, 2027.

The scenario has opened up due to the forward's situation in Saudi Arabia. Al-Hilal is considering ending his spell just six months after signing him from Al-Ittihad, and resolving his contract would allow Benzema to negotiate his next destination as a free agent.

Karim Benzema would need to adjust his salary to join Real Betis

As reported by Elgoldigital, Real Betis is considering making a move for Karim Benzema if he becomes a free agent, although the main challenge lies in the economic conditions. The forward would have to significantly reduce his salary in Saudi Arabia for his arrival to fit within Betis' financial framework.

Firstly, his contractual situation must be resolved. Benzema aims to receive the amounts corresponding to the final year of his contract to agree to depart, while the Saudi club needs to free up his spot before bringing in another forward. Ollie Watkins, Aston Villa's forward, is one of the names being considered by Simone Inzaghi's team for that position.

The Frenchman continues to score goals despite the uncertainty surrounding his future. Benzema had netted nine goals in his first 13 matches for Al-Hilal and also found the back of the net in the first matchday of the Saudi Pro League, in the 4-2 victory over Al-Faisaly.

A return to LaLiga would mean coming back to the league where he spent most of his career. Benzema left Real Madrid in 2023 to start his spell in Saudi Arabia and now could have a pathway to return to Spain if he first manages to resolve his departure from Riyadh. Benzema's future is hanging by a thread at Al-Hilal.

Real Betis keeps doors open for Fábio Silva and Troy Parrott

The emergence of Karim Benzema does not halt the other deals under consideration by Real Betis. The sports management prioritizes adding a forward and is exploring profiles with varying contractual situations.

Fábio Silva remains on the list after discussions with Borussia Dortmund. The Portuguese striker joined the German side in a €22.5 million deal, while Betis is looking into ways to avoid immediately facing a high transfer fee.

The alternative option is Troy Parrott, a 24-year-old forward from AZ Alkmaar. The Irish international ended the last season with 31 goals and 12 assists in 48 games, statistics that have strengthened his case to join Manuel Pellegrini's squad.

AZ aims to secure a substantial income for Parrott, and Borussia Dortmund also links Fábio Silva's departure to their financial demands. These are transfers involving fees, a crucial distinction compared to the possibility of signing Benzema as a free player.

The next move now hinges on Saudi Arabia. If Karim Benzema reaches an agreement to terminate his contract with Al-Hilal and agrees to adjust his financial terms, Betis can assess how far their scope goes to try to bring the forward back to LaLiga before the market closes.

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