Transfer News: Benzema’s Response to Lyon, Mourinho in Talks during Vacation, Strict Stance from OM for Henrique

Here is everything you need to know about transfer window news this tuesday, january 12.

Karim Benzema:
Karim Benzema’s potential return to France, specifically to Lyon in Ligue 1, has been a recent topic of discussion. However, his entourage has already provided a response. Currently facing difficulties in Saudi Arabia, where his return has been delayed, Benzema is reportedly seeking an exit. Despite the dissatisfaction of Al-Ittihad’s management, they are reluctant to let him go. Recent rumors suggested a return to Lyon, but this has been denied. Lyon has reportedly rejected the possibility, and Benzema’s camp has also refuted the information. No contact has taken place between the player and the club.

José Mourinho:
José Mourinho, recently dismissed from AS Roma, is taking a break and enjoying a few days of vacation. However, he is considering offers, and Saudi Arabia has shown interest. In an interview with Record, Mourinho’s friend Jorge Mendes revealed that Mourinho rejected Saudi Arabia just days ago when he was still the coach of AS Roma. Mourinho is now a target for Al-Shabab in Saudi Arabia, with the club also considering Bruno Genesio, a former coach of Lyon.

Ronald Araujo:
FC Barcelona’s central defender Ronald Araujo is reportedly getting closer to a move to Bayern Munich. Although Bayern Munich offered €75 million for the Uruguayan, Barcelona has resisted selling him, both in January and the upcoming summer.

Arturo Vidal:
Arturo Vidal, 18 years after leaving Colo Colo, is returning to his youth club. The midfielder has been playing for Athletico Paranaense in Brazil since July 2023, and now he is set to rejoin Colo Colo.

Luis Henrique:
Luis Henrique is no longer in Marseille’s plans. Atletico Mineiro has expressed interest in the player and has reportedly offered €5 million (excluding bonuses). However, Marseille has rejected the proposal, hoping for a higher financial offer.