Karim Benzema has told Al-Ittihad about his wish to leave the club during the January transfer window amid reported interest from Arsenal.
AFP cited a source close to the player and claims he was offered the chance to move to another Saudi Arabian club.
Benzema, however, flatly rejected that move as an option and in a meeting that was described as ‘bad-tempered’ he informed his current employers ‘that he doesn’t feel he can give his best because of the current pressure At Ittihad.’
The Gunners have been linked with the Frenchman although Mikel Arteta has suggested that no reinforcements will be made.
Arsenal rediscovered their shooting boots in Saturday’s 5-0 win over Crystal Palace and although Arteta would dearly love to sign a forward, the Gunners have only limited spending power this month.
