Christian Benteke
34-Year-Old
D.C. United
MLS
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Benteke is coming off a phenomenal season, one where he led MLS in goals with 23 across 30 appearances. He also provided five assists, four of which came in the final 11 matches. He had a consistent season as he didn't go for more than three consecutive matches without scoring a goal. It was a vast improvement on his first full MLS season in 2023 when he scored 14 goals across 31 starts. Despite taking more shots during the 2023 campaign, 107 compared to 94 in 2024, Benteke was far more efficient with his chances in 2024 and appears to have settled into the league very well. With much of D.C. United's attack returning, Benteke will be a contender to lead MLS in goals again in 2025.
Returns from injury
Benteke took one shot and drew one foul in 28 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Nashville SC.
ANALYSIS
Benteke returned to action after missing the last six matches with an ankle injury. His return is a welcome addition to an attack that has looked lifeless without their big man up top. Look for Benteke to return to the starting lineup as early as Saturday's home clash with Atlanta United.
Benteke returned to action after missing the last six matches with an ankle injury. His return is a welcome addition to an attack that has looked lifeless without their big man up top. Look for Benteke to return to the starting lineup as early as Saturday's home clash with Atlanta United.
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On bench for Nashville clash
Benteke (ankle) is among the substitutes for Saturday's game against Nashville.
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Still out Sunday
Benteke (ankle) was still out with an injury for Sunday's 2-0 loss against Salt Lake.
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Remains out
Benteke (ankle) is out for Saturday's match against Cincinnati.
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Ankle injury leads to sidelines
Benteke (ankle) is out for Saturday's match against Nashville due to his ankle injury.
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Forced off injured Wednesday
Benteke was forced off in the first half of Wednesday's 0-0 draw against NYFC due to an apparent ankle injury.
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Could move to Turkey
Besiktas and Galatasaray are both interested in making a move for Benteke, according to Sean Lunt of The Sport Witness.
ANALYSIS
Benteke's deal at Selhurst Park is close to come to an end, and two of the biggest teams in the Super Lig are reportedly after him. The Belgium striker is wanted by both Galatasaray and Besiktas when his contract at Selhurst Park expires in the summer.
Benteke's deal at Selhurst Park is close to come to an end, and two of the biggest teams in the Super Lig are reportedly after him. The Belgium striker is wanted by both Galatasaray and Besiktas when his contract at Selhurst Park expires in the summer.