French television channel TF1 has broadcast the second part of its exclusive interview with Karim Benzema.

The striker isn't taking his eye off Euro 2016: "My goal is to play in the Euros with France. I've always wanted to wear the 'Les Bleus' shirt". He is confident he can bounce back from his difficulties: "I've been at Real Madrid for seven years and have been representing France for the same amount of time. I've always had to fight to get where I am and I'm going to keep doing that".

Benzema was crystal clear when asked whether he'd be happy to play with Mathieu Valbuena again: "That's what I want. France need him and they need me too. I hold no grudge against him".

The forward insists that he is "doing fine" in spite of everything that's been said and done recently. "People are trying to destroy my image but it's OK. I'll keep being the same person until the end".

The 27-year-old is drawing comfort from his family and the support from Real Madrid: "I've got a daughter who is growing up, who talks to me and makes me laugh. I work hard and I'm at a great club. I'm relaxed and calm".

Benzema firmly believes there is light at the end of the tunnel: "The sun always shines after the storm".