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Karim Benzema hangs out with a monkey while Chelsea legend John Terry shares a huge cocktail as footballers enjoy the summer break

With the dust having settled on the 2016/17 season footballers around the world are taking the opportunity to enjoy a rare break from the sport and put their feet up ahead of a gruelling pre-season.

As is now the norm with social media however, fans are being kept up-to-date on a daily basis with what their heroes are up to, with many players regularly posting photos and video updates of their travels.

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has rightfully earned a break following a trophy-laden campaign with Los Blancos, and the Frenchman has this week shared a snap of himself alongside an adorable little monkey.