Karim Benzema transfer latest - Man United stance, Chelsea interest, Arsenal snub

Karim Benzema has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League this month despite having only left Real Madrid to join Al-Ittihad in the summer. Both Chelsea and Arsenal have been touted as possible destinations for the prolific goalscorer.

The 36-year-old striker, who signed a three-year deal worth £258million, has featured 15 times for the Saudi outfit this season, scoring nine goals and providing five assists. Despite his impressive start to life in the Middle East, Benzema faces an increasingly uncertain future.

According to the MailOnline, he's been left out of Al-Ittihad's mid-season training camp in Dubai after repeatedly failing to report for duty. However, the France international's camp have insisted that he is stuck in Mauritius, where he was on holiday, due to a tropical storm.

It remains to be seen whether Benzema will test himself in the English top-flight before hanging up his boots, but speculation is certainly building a head of steam. So, with that being said, football.london have taken a look at everything you need to know about the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner's potential move to Chelsea in the January transfer window.

Manchester United will not be competing to sign Karim Benzema during the January transfer window. Erik ten Hag's side have struggled to score goals so far this season, with just 24 in 21 league games. However, the Mirror reports that Man United have 'ruled out' a move for Benzema.

This reported to be due to his age and expensive wages, estimated to be £86m-per-season. It is said that United have 'not apporached' Benzzema's representatives, though the club are considering bringing in a new striker this month.

According to The Telegraph, the Blues could 'consider the possibility' of signing