You’re a different footballer – Perez speaks on Benzema’s departure from Real Madrid

Real Madrid president, Florentino Perez has hailed Karim Benzema as “a different footballer” as the Frenchman leaves the club.

Perez hosted a farewell ceremony on Tuesday to honour the 2022 Ballon d’Or winner.

“Dear Karim, 14 years ago you arrived at Real Madrid and you have become one of the best players of all time. You are one of the symbols of this club, one of our greatest legends.

“You have managed to move all of us who love football. You are a different footballer and it is true that some took time to understand you.

“Today is a very difficult day for me. Some took a while to understand you, but you were always a different player. Benzema leaves Real Madrid with the love of the whole world. You are one of the chosen ones,” Perez said.

Benzema is set to join Saudi Arabian champions Al-Ittihad after 14 years at the Bernabeu.

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