In 2006, Karim Benzema explained his choice to represent France rather than Algeria. His statements sparked controversy at the time. Twenty years later, his former agent sets the record straight.
Invited on RMC, Karim Djaziri stated that Benzema never disrespected Algeria. According to him, the comments were taken out of context and misinterpreted.
"That's not what he meant," Djaziri insists. He explains that Benzema simply discussed his career with the French national team, without disparaging his Algerian roots.
A clarification that could ease tensions. But twenty years later, the damage is already done. Benzema himself has not commented on this subject in a long time.
