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Real Madrid striker denies involvement in alleged kidnapping attempt in Paris
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has denied reports he was involved in an attempted kidnapping in Paris, saying people should “give me a break”.
French publication Mediapart claimed Benzema, 30, was involved in the alleged kidnap attempt of an acquaintance who reportedly owes him 50,000 euros (£43,979).
The man allegedly said Benzema and others tried to load him into a black van on 7 October.
According to the report, the man told police he had seen Benzema in the back of the van.
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