Former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema is closing in on a move to Lyon this winter.

The Frenchman is unhappy at his Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad this season.

Benzema left European football for the Middle East and a mega payday at the end of his career.

However, The Athletic states that he is missing European football and wants to return.

The 36-year-old still believes he can play at the highest level and wants to sign for Lyon.

Benzema was interested in a move to Manchester United, but the source states they have rejected any possible deal.