Present with the Blues in North America for the World Cup (June 11 – July 19), Théo Hernandez has been playing for a year in Saudi Arabia, with Al-Hilal. While Karim Benzema joined him a few months ago, the French defender was delighted to be able to evolve with the former Real Madrid player.
Playing in Saudi Arabia didn’t stop Theo Hernandez to continue his adventure with the French team. Lucas’ brother is one of the 26 players summoned by Didier Deschamps to compete in the World Cup organized jointly by the United States, Mexico and Canada (June 11 – July 19), he who joined Al-Hilal last summer.
“Benzema gives us a lot of courage”
Là -bas, Theo Hernandez was able to find Karim Benzema, joining the Saudi team during the winter. A major recruit in the eyes of the defender, questioned by Mark. « He is good with us, he is in very good physical shape, he is an incredible person, a great player, and he gives us a lot of courage“, he confided. The two players had already had the opportunity to play together in French team.
“I hope to come back and play in Europe one dayâ€
Relaunched on his departure to Saudi Arabia, Theo Hernandez explain: «ÂI’m very happy, I didn’t expect it to happen like this. When people tell you to be careful out there, in reality, that’s not the case at all. I have adapted very well to the team and the city, and the most important thing is that my family, my wife and my children, are doing well too.“However, the French international does not rule out a return to Europe: “I hope to come back and play in Europe one day. I signed for three years in Saudi and I’m happy. Afterwards, I don’t know what will happen, but I hope to come back to Europe. »
