Karim Benzema and Carlo Ancelotti on Sunday night with Real Madrid. JUAN MEDINA / REUTERS
The Italian coach of Real Madrid, very close to Karim Benzema, wanted to welcome the departure of the French on Sunday evening.
A final evening of celebration, with a goal scored with Real Madrid against Bilbao (his 354e in Spain) on Sunday evening, and a tribute from his partners as well as the supporters of the Santiago Bernabeu. Karim Benzema could not have dreamed of a better evening before leaving Madrid after 14 years of a story that has been etched forever in his mind and that of the biggest club in the world.
Carlo Ancelotti et Karim Benzema JUAN MEDINA / REUTERS
Asked about the departure of his 35-year-old striker, Carlo Ancelotti could only praise the former Lyonnais, who is expected to join Saudi Arabia in the coming days. ” This surprised everyone, but it must be understoodconfirms the Italian technician. Saturday, he was training normally and this Sunday he had made his decision. He has thought a lot and this will impact our club, which will continue to grow without him. I had the honor of coaching one of the greatest players in the world, one of the best strikers. Thank you for everything he has done here. He is a legend, he will remain in the hearts of Real. »
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