Karim Benzema and Medhi Amine Invest in Dubai’s Luxury Real Estate Market

Dubai’s luxury real estate market continues to attract international investors, with football stars Karim Benzema and Medhi Amine becoming the latest high-profile figures to acquire properties in the emirate.

French football star Karim Benzema has purchased multiple residential units within Mercedes-Benz Places | Binghatti City, including a luxury residence at Vision Iconic Tower, the largest tower in the development’s masterplan.

Meanwhile, former Moroccan football captain Medhi Amine, who represented Morocco at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, has acquired an apartment at Eywa Tree of Life as he prepares to relocate permanently to Dubai.

These investments highlight Dubai’s growing reputation as a preferred destination for international celebrities and high-net-worth individuals. The emirate continues to attract global buyers through its investor-friendly environment, world-class infrastructure, luxury lifestyle, and competitive rental yields ranging between 6% and 8%.

Dubai’s luxury property market has also recorded significant transaction activity. According to figures from Knight Frank cited in the report, 296 properties priced above USD 10 million were sold during the first half of 2026, generating a combined transaction value of approximately USD 5.1 billion.

With increasing demand for branded residences, premium developments, and exclusive residential communities, Dubai continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading destinations for luxury real estate investment.