Benzema joins Saudi's Al Ittihad as free agent

Benzema is another big name in the football world who has made a move to Saudi Arabia after his former teammate, Portugal star, Cristiano Ronaldo, who is currently playing for Saudi's Al Nassr football club."I am excited to experience a new football league in a different country. I have been fortunate to achieve amazing things in my career and achieve everything I can in Spain and Europe," Benzema said."It now feels the time is right for a new challenge and project. I am looking forward to joining my new team mates and, together with them, help take this amazing club and the game in Saudi Arabia to new levels," he added.According to Al Ittihad, the french striker has joined the club as a free agent to play for 3-years where he will be wearing the number 9 jersey.