Crystal Palace signs Argentine goalkeeper Benitez from PSV

Crystal Palace have signed Argentine goalkeeper Walter Benitez on a free transfer from PSV Eindhoven, with the 32-year-old joining the club after his contract expires on July 1. Benitez, who has won consecutive Eredivisie titles, the KNVB Cup, and Johan Cruyff Shields with PSV, is expected to provide competition and depth alongside current first-choice keeper Dean Henderson and backup Remi Matthews. He brings significant experience, having made 27 UEFA Champions League appearances and earning caps for Argentina, aiming to compete for the No. 1 spot at Palace and maintain his place in the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Palace, preparing for a busy 2025-26 season including their first European campaign, view Benitez as a key addition to their goalkeeping department. Chairman Steve Parish highlighted Benitez's quality and experience as valuable assets for the club's ambitions. Benitez's arrival follows the departure of USMNT goalkeeper Matt Turner, who moved to Lyon after a loan spell at Palace.