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Karim Benzema insists he enjoys the 'challenge' of the Saudi Pro League and is committed to the 'long-term project'... despite reports claiming the Al-Ittihad star could be seeking an exit

Karim Benzema claims that he enjoys being part of the 'long-term project' of football in Saudi Arabia despite reports that the Al-Ittihad star is seeking a move away.

Last month, reports from France claimed that the former Real Madrid striker had requested to leave the club after feeling 'under pressure' at Al-Ittihad.

Then, on Monday, Benzema stormed out of an Al-Ittihad training session and was subsequently axed from the squad for Wednesday night's Saudi Pro League clash with Al-Tai.

However, despite the suggestions that the Ballon d'Or winner could be on his way out of Saudi Arabia, Benzema has now come out and claimed he's happy where he is.