Karim Benzema has confirmed that he will join Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on a two-year contract, becoming the second highest paid player in the world after Lionel Messi.
The French striker made his debut for Al Nassr during their opening match of the season against Al-Hilal and scored the first goal of the game. He is expected to play a crucial role in the team's title hopes this season as they look to win the league and the Asian Champions League.
Benzema's move to Al Nassr comes just days after he announced his retirement from international football. The 34-year-old was a key player for France at the World Cup in Russia in 2018 and helped them reach the semi-finals before losing to Croatia.
Al Nassr have already signed another high-profile signing in the form of Brazilian forward Edinson Cavani, who is also set to make his debut for the club. The duo could become a formidable strike partnership for Al Nassr, with both players having experience at some of the biggest clubs in Europe.
The transfer fee for Benzema has not been disclosed but it is believed to be in the region of $15 million per year. This is a significant amount of money for a player of his calibre and it shows how much value Al Nassr place on him.
Overall, Benzema's move to Al Nassr is a big coup for the club and could help them challenge for the top spots in the Saudi Professional League and the Asian Champions League. With the addition of Cavani, the duo could create a formidable attacking force that could give teams nightmares.