Karim Benzema has emphatically dismissed speculation about his future role at Al-Hilal, responding to reports that the Saudi club's management were considering excluding him from the domestic league squad. The French striker took to social media to address claims he might be sidelined from the Roshn League and reserved only for AFC Champions League Elite competition.
Rumors circulated in recent days that Al-Hilal's technical staff had grown unconvinced by Benzema's contributions during his opening six months in Saudi Arabia. Some reports suggested the club was exploring whether to sign a new attacking reinforcement, potentially reshuffling the forward's involvement across competitions. Content creator Mimi Rivera posted a video on Instagram proposing exactly this scenario—that Benzema could be restricted to Asian competition only.
A Direct Rebuttal From the Striker
Rather than let the narrative develop unchecked, Benzema responded directly with a cutting remark. "This will only happen in your dreams," he wrote beneath Rivera's post, delivering a blunt dismissal of the speculation. The comment went viral among Al-Hilal supporters, who interpreted it as proof that the player had personally refuted the claims and signaled his unwavering commitment to competing across all competitions.
The exchange revealed Benzema's determination to silence doubters and reestablish himself after a slower-than-expected introduction to Saudi football. Al-Hilal's management has openly discussed bolstering their attacking options with elite talent, a common strategy in the Saudi Pro League's ongoing spending spree. However, the 36-year-old striker is clearly intent on proving his relevance and fighting for his starting position in both domestic and continental fixtures.
With a demanding season ahead featuring multiple trophy aspirations, Benzema's statement signals he plans to turn the page on his difficult early spell and deliver performances that justify his standing at the club. His defiant response suggests Al-Hilal fans can expect to see him featuring prominently in the Roshn League campaign, not confined to Asian competition alone.
