Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has confirmed new contract negotiations for Christian Benteke and James Tomkins.

Benteke is in the final year of his current deal, while Tomkins is committed until in 2021, and Palace are trying to get the pair tied down.

“I believe negotiations are taking place," Hodgson said. “But I can't tell you how far advanced those negotiations are because they are being held by our chairman and our sporting director Doug Freedman.

“It is up to the club, these are matters for the club. But of course, if players are in the last year of their contracts it can be more difficult.

“If Christian signs a new contract I will be happy for him and I shall be happy to continue working with him."