Christian Benteke signs two-year contract extension at Crystal Palace

Christian Benteke has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him at Crystal Palace until 2023.

The forward, 30, played a vital role in securing Palace’s ninth consecutive year in the Premier League, netting 10 goals last season.

Benteke’s deal was set to expire at the beginning of July.

Benteke said: “I’m happy and proud to commit my future to Crystal Palace. Five years already and still a lot more to come. We have a great group of players and staff, and I’m looking forward to the season ahead and playing in front of our fans again.”

Eagles chairman Steve Parish added: “Christian has been an integral part of consolidating our position as an established Premier League club over the last five years.

“He is an outstanding professional and has more than proven that he still has the quality and the hunger to perform for our club at the highest level. I couldn’t be happier to see him in red and blue for another two seasons.”

Benteke has been called up to Belgium’s squad for the 2020 European Championships this summer.