Nuno Espirito Santo has reportedly told the Al-Ittihad board that Real Madrid legend Karim Benzema does not fit into his tactical style.
Benzema is also said to have requested the captaincy at Al-Ittihad, but he was refused by the Portuguese coach.
The Ballon d'Or winner is 'not comfortable' working in the current environment at Al-Ittihad, perhaps opening the door to a shock transfer.Benzema has played twice for Al-Ittihad this season, and while he hasn't scored, he did provide an assist in a 3-0 victory over Al-Raed.
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