Former Liverpool forward Christian Benteke is delighted about his move to Crystal Palace. The Belgian felt he was fighting a losing battle since the arrival of manager Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.
"Crystal Palace is a good step for me.
"I am now on a team that might not have the same ambitions as Liverpool, but I can play well and can show me every weekend.
"Of course my dream continues to break through to play at a big club and in European competitions. But I did not go to Palace with the idea to perform and then move on after one season.
"Palace was not my only option. I could earn more elsewhere. But I am 25, a crucial age, and it is important for me to play and feel the confidence.
"I really want to show what I can do this season. I had the chance to call and talk in advance with Alan Pardew. He knows my qualities and, although I had hardly played, I knew I had a good pre-season behind me at Liverpool and would not need much time before I was ready to play."
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