Karim Benzema has been spotted in LONDON today as he prepares to sign a six-month loan contract with Chelsea. There is excitement at Stamford Bridge as fans anticipate the arrival of the Ballon D’or winner
Chelsea Investigates Loan Moves for Benzema and Firmino Due to Strikes
Chelsea are reportedly investigating loan signings for Karim Benzema and former Liverpool attacker Roberto Firmino as they struggle to score goals this season. The Blues have struggled to score goals, and a recent hip injury to Christopher Nkunku has caused the club to look into attacking possibilities.
While Victor Osimhen of Napoli remains a primary target for a new striker acquisition in 2024, financial concerns may render the Nigerian international too expensive this month. As a result, Chelsea is looking for other options, and recent reports suggest that Benzema and Firmino are both possible targets.
According to The Telegraph, Chelsea is considering a move to Saudi Arabia, where both Benzema and Firmino have been linked with a return to Europe. According to Marca, Benzema, who joined Al Ittihad this summer, has not returned to training after being given time off. He was later dropped from the first-team squad by manager Marcelo Gallardo. Benzema, who scored 12 goals in 20 games for Al Ittihad, is set to leave the Saudi club.
Former Liverpool striker Firmino is also thought to be pondering a return to European football. Chelsea’s interest in these loan deals demonstrates their desire to fix scoring concerns and improve their attacking options during the current season.