Frenchman Karim Benzema is in conflict with Al-Ittihad coach Marcelo Gallardo, who no longer accepts him for training, and the player wants to leave Saudi Arabia at all costs.

Karim Benzema asked the management of Al-Ittihad to let him go on loan to another club

The situation with the former “Golden Ball” crosses a new chapter in Al-Ittihad. The Frenchman told the management that he feels enormous pressure and wants to temporarily leave the club, writes AS.com.

The striker no longer feels able to give his best and has asked to find a solution, including a loan to another club for the rest of the season.

As reported by the Saudi media, the coach of the national team of Argentina, Marcelo Gallardo, refuses to reinstate Karim Benzema in the team after he was late for the team meeting.

Despite his good form, with 12 goals in 20 games, the Frenchman was heavily criticized by fans after his performance at the Club World Cup and defeat to Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr side.

Even if in recent days they talked about the interest of Arsenal, Chelsea and Olympique de Lyon, a possible transfer is hindered by an economic problem.

The obstacle is not only the player’s salary, but also Al-Ittihad’s decision not to lose him for free, the management is trying to mediate reconciliation with coach Gallardo.