Saudi newspaper Al-Ittihad published a heartfelt video message from striker Karim Benzema welcoming his new teammate, N'Golo Kante. "Hello, N'Golo. As I said before, you are the best box-to-box midfielder in the world. I am delighted to play with you again, in the best team in Saudi Arabia. See you in Jeddah!" Benzema expressed his excitement at the prospect of reuniting with Kante, stressing the importance of their collaboration on the pitch.

Kante, who joined Al-Ittihad after a successful spell at Chelsea, has an impressive trophy cabinet that includes the Premier League, FA Cup, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup. His leadership, work ethic and tactical awareness will be invaluable assets for the Saudi club.

In the 2022/2023 Premier League season, Kante has made seven appearances and recorded one assist. Over the course of his career, he has made 340 appearances in the domestic leagues, scoring 19 goals and providing 23 assists. His remarkable ability to cover the pitch and contribute both defensively and offensively has made him a key player wherever he goes.

As Benzema and Kanté enter this new chapter at Al-Ittihad, fans are excited about the potential chemistry between these two world-class talents. Their combined experience and skills could be key to boosting the team’s ambition to achieve domestic and continental success. With Benzema’s striking prowess and Kanté’s dominance in midfield, Al-Ittihad are poised to elevate their stature in football and aggressively challenge for titles.

The upcoming season promises to be an exciting one as fans eagerly await the performances of both men and how their partnership unfolds on the pitch. With a mix of ambition and talent, Benzema and Kante are set to make a lasting impact in the Saudi Pro League.