Mourinho targets Benzema for Benfica boost

Tehran - BORNA - According to Marca, Mourinho, who returned to the Portuguese league after being dismissed by Fenerbahçe, has yet to assemble the Benfica squad he envisions and is planning strategic reinforcements for the upcoming season. Strengthening the attacking line is a top priority, with Benzema identified as a key target.

The Portuguese coach and the French forward previously worked together at Real Madrid, where they enjoyed a successful period, combining tactical expertise with Benzema’s prolific goal-scoring abilities.

Benzema, currently in his third season at Al-Ittihad, has been one of the standout players in the Saudi Pro League. There are growing indications that he may not extend his contract in Saudi Arabia, potentially opening the door for a return to European football.

Career highlights and achievements

Benzema has had an illustrious career, beginning at Lyon in France, where he won the Ligue 1 title in 2004–05 and 2005–06. He joined Real Madrid in 2009, becoming one of the club’s most prolific forwards. Over his Real Madrid tenure, Benzema has won four La Liga titles, five UEFA Champions League trophies, and two Copa del Rey trophies. Individually, he has been awarded the 2022 Ballon d’Or, cementing his status as one of the world’s elite strikers.

His potential move to Benfica under Mourinho would mark a significant chapter in both his career and the Portuguese club’s ambitions, as they seek to compete at the top level domestically and in European competitions.

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