In an interview with Diario AS, Karim Benzema stated he might return to Real Madrid if president Florentino Pérez calls him. Benzema's contract with Al Ittihad concludes in July 2026, and he could negotiate with another club starting in December.

Karim Benzema stated that he is currently unable to say if he will stay or leave, as it is dependent on many things. He said the best option for him is to remain where he is, but not solely for the purpose of staying for one or two years, which he said he is unable to do. He also said it is true that he has options in Europe. Benzema added that he must evaluate everything, choose carefully, and determine where he feels good, without forgetting that he feels good where he is and receives affection from everyone, but that they would see. When asked about returning to Real Madrid, Benzema said that if Florentino is still there, then it was a possibility. He mentioned that he speaks with him. Benzema stated that he is a Madridista and feels this internally. He added that Madrid is still his city and he feels like a Madridista and a Madrilenian, concluding by saying that they would see what happens and that if he is there.

Karim Benzema, in an interview with Marca, responded to rumors about a potential career end by stating that retirement is not imminent. He mentioned that although he is currently doing well at Al-Ittihad in Djeddah, he does not rule out the possibility of returning to Real Madrid in the future. His statement leaves open whether his return would be as a player or in another role.

Relevo has reported that Karim Benzema is contemplating retirement and a return to Real Madrid. Although he has a contract with Al-Ittihad until June 30, 2026, Benzema is considering concluding his football career at the end of the 2024-2025 season. He has informed his current club of this potential decision. The player is said to be experiencing mental fatigue and is nostalgic for life in Madrid. It is reported that Benzema has reached an agreement with Real Madrid to serve as the club's ambassador globally, with a particular focus on the Arab region. Al-Ittihad is reportedly not against terminating their association with Benzema, given his substantial salary, which some sources have claimed to be 200 million euros.