Karim Benzema has returned to former Real Madrid to recover from a hamstring injury.

Benzema missed Al Ittihad 3-1 defeat to Al Shabab last week and missed several games in his first season due to muscle problems.

His injury Al Al Ittihad confirms a deal has been reached for Benzema to visit medical staff in Madrid.

Al Ittihad said in a statement that Karim Benzema is undergoing further examination at Real Madrid's clinic with his former doctor in Spain, who oversaw his move last year.

A consultation has been held between Ittihad and Real Madrid doctors over Benzema's injury, which has ruled him out of key games this season. Benzema has already left for Spain and is expected to return next week.

In addition to Benzema's first year injury problems with Al Ittihad, there have also been rumors of a transfer.

The January transfer window saw Benzema heavily linked with a return to Europe following reports of an altercation with Al Ittihad coach Marcelo Gallardo, despite the Frenchman claiming Public that he is still happy in Saudi Arabia.

Benzema, whose deal with Al Ittihad runs until 2026, has scored 354 goals in 648 games for Real Madrid over 14 years, helping him to four La Liga titles and five Champions League trophies.

This year, Benzema has scored 13 goals and added eight assists in 29 games for Al Ittihad, who are fifth in the Saudi Pro League with 30 points ahead of Al Hilal. .