DBasia.news – Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema recalls the moment when El Real convinced him to join. At that time, the president of Madrid, Florentino Perez, intervened directly to ask Benzema to come.
Karim Benzema started to strengthen Madrid in the summer of 2009. He came from Olympique Lyon with a dowry of 40 million euros.
Since then, Benzema has continued to be Madrid’s mainstay in scoring goals. The French striker also brought Madrid to the peak of achievement. One of the most difficult is winning three Champions League titles in a row.
Now, Benzema has extended his contract until 2023. That way, the striker will stay in Madrid for up to 14 years.
Benzema also recalled the moment that made him in Madrid today. The 33-year-old striker admitted that he could not refuse Madrid, who was represented directly by Florentino Perez.
“It was a long time ago. However, of course I still remember,” explained Benzema as reported by Marca.
“My parents and my agent called to tell me to go home. I didn’t want to at that time. However, when I arrived, I saw Florentino Perez,” continued the striker.
“That guy has signed Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, made Galacticos. I looked at him and didn’t say anything. He just asked if I wanted to play for Madrid and I said yes.”
Karim Benzema is grateful for the decision at that time. Now, he holds the status of one of the best strikers in the world.
“When I see what has been done at Real Madrid at the moment, I feel very proud,” said the striker.
“This is the best club in the world. It’s like saying my dream every day and being lucky enough to make it come true,” stated Benzema.