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Karim Benzema Al-Hilal France · forward · 38yrs
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Get French Football News reports that Karim Benzema was close to rejoining Lyon this summer. The former Lyon striker was approached by the club, according to L’Équipe, but a return was not completed.
Update (Calciomercato.com): Calciomercato.com reports that Lyon explored the possibility of bringing Karim Benzema back to the club without paying him a salary. The proposed return ultimately fell through, according to the report.