The opportunity to sign Karim Benzema was denied by Manchester United because to his “exorbitant” wage demands.

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The Red Devils are now ninth in the Premier League standings despite having had difficulty scoring goals thus far this season.

With groyne surgery, Anthony Martial is now expected to be sidelined for 10 weeks, making Rasmus Hojlund the only recognised striker who is fit.

Erik ten Hag, the manager of United, has the option of acquiring French striker Karim Benzema, who is a Saudi Pro League player.

The Daily Mail claims that because of wage demands and concerns about breaking FFP regulations, United is unwilling to sign the 36-year-old, who earns an incredible £86 million annually.