Feb 2 (Reuters) - ‌Karim Benzema has ‌joined Al-Hilal, the Saudi ‌Pro League leaders announced on Monday, following the ‍termination of his ‍contract with ‌Al-Ittihad.

Local media reported that the ‍move ​to Al-Hilal came after ⁠Benzema rejected an offer to extend ‌his contract with Al-Ittihad. ⁠The ‍former France striker had missed the team’s ‍previous two league ‌matches.