Media outlets circulated news published by "Saudi Sport" about the sudden escape of an unnamed foreign player from the Saudi league without revealing the player's identity or the club they fled from. According to the site, which did not provide any specific details about the crisis, there is a foreign player who refuses to complete the current season, despite being a key player in recent rounds.
On another note, Saudi press reports have revealed the latest developments regarding Karim Benzema's absence, the star of Al-Ittihad, and the news reports suggesting his departure from the team.
The Saudi newspaper "Al-Midan Al-Riyadi" confirmed that Karim Benzema is currently in Jeddah with his family, and there is no truth to the news of his departure to his home country, France, and the termination of his contract with the club.
Meanwhile, journalist Walid Al-Faraj commented on the rumors regarding Benzema's departure from Al-Ittihad. He said during his appearance on the program "Action with Walid" that Karim Benzema has finished preparing the house designated for him in Jeddah, in preparation for staying there with his family. He added, "Karim Benzema is currently at Al-Ittihad's medical clinic, and the coaching staff is waiting for the green light for him to participate in the Jeddah derby against Al-Ahli at Al-Jawhara Stadium."
