What happened. Karim Benzema has agreed to rip up his contract with Al-Hilal after just six months, with the club set to announce his departure. The forward is reportedly considering retirement.

Benzema joined Al-Hilal on a free transfer from Al-Ittihad in January.
He rejected moves to Al-Shabab and Al-Ittihad, leaning towards retirement.
His departure follows Al-Hilal's £50m signing of Ollie Watkins.

“When the decision came into his hands, he indicated that he was leaning towards retiring from football.”
— Waleed Al-Farraj

Benzema's future is uncertain; a move abroad would cancel his Saudi Pro League deal.

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