Karim Benzema plans a return to the France national team! He would like to play in the summer Olympics in Paris

Karim Benzema was not part of the French national football team for many years. But he decided to return before the World Cup in Qatar. He did not play in the tournament due to injury. But he said he would not miss the Olympic Games at home.

France was the biggest favourite to win the whole tournament at the World Cup in Qatar. However, before the tournament even started, the national team of the Gallic cockroach country had its biggest offensive star Karim Benzema injured and had to withdraw from the tournament.

When coach Didier Deschamps’ team then made it through to the knockout stage, there was speculation that the French forward was already fine after his injury. The speculation was supported by the Real Madrid forward’s legal representative Karim Djaziri, who sent out a message to the world that Benzema is already fit for the knockout stage of the tournament.

However, Benzema no longer took part in the tournament. And France eventually lost on penalties to Messi’s Argentina in the final. While Deschamps had his contract extended by the French Football Federation until 2026, Benzema quit the France national team after a row with the coach.

Benzema plans to return

Benzema has decided to end his career with the France national team. But the whole situation has gone to his head and he would not be averse to returning in the end. The reason is the Olympic Games, which are being held in France.

For France, the European championship must be the priority, but a gold medal from the Olympics would also be nice. The team will be led by coach Thierry Henry. And although the tournament will feature players under 23, the coaches have the option of adding three senior players.

According to speculation, these would be attacking stars Antoine Griezmann, Olivier Giroud and Kylian Mbappé. The problem with the latter. However, is that he is expected to join Real Madrid in the summer and it is uncertain whether they will release him for the tournament.

Benzema could therefore be a replacement. “Of course, why not. It could be great, “ he told L’Équipe. So it is up to Henry to decide whether he remembers Benzema.

Source: L´Équipe