Christian Benteke’s elite season for D.C. United has featured two hat tricks, an all-star selection and now a new contract.
The 33-year-old Belgian striker has agreed with the MLS organization on a pact through 2025 with a club option for 2026, people familiar with the talks said Friday.
His previous deal was set to expire the winter, though United held an option for 2025. His new contract is expected to include a bump in overall compensation, which this year is $4.4 million — the highest in club history and, as of this spring, No.