Nuno Espirito Santo 'Tells Al-Ittihad Board Karim Benzema Does Not Suit His Style'
Al-Ittihad manager Nuno Espirito Santo has told the club that Karim Benzema does not fit into his plans, according to reports.
Benzema joined the Saudi Pro League champions earlier this summer, signing a three-year deal after calling time on his 14-year career at Real Madrid.
However, according to Saudi newspaper Al-Sharq Al-Awsat via GOAL, there are tensions between the Frenchman and Santo.
The report claims Santo has told the Al-Ittihad board that Benzema does not fit his style of play and he did not request the transfer.
The 35-year-old striker is also said to have asked for the the captaincy, but the Portuguese boss turned it down.
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