Transfer interest is building around Karim Benzema, with Real Madrid understood to be weighing-up a move for the AL Ittihad forward. While there has been no official bid as yet, the club may act swiftly if they decide to pursue the deal before the transfer window slams shut. Real Madrid remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Fenerbahce and Sl Benfica continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. Real Madrid have been strong going forward this season, with 26 goals scored in 12 games (2.17 per game). Karim Benzema would give them depth and keep that attacking firepower going all season. Real Madrid have recently been linked with Alex Grimaldo, Yan Diomande and Dominik Szoboszlai while AL Ittihad have had no rumoured targets. Want to see how the story develops? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for more news and transfer rumours just like this one.