Walter Benítez (footballer)


Walter Daniel Benítez is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for club Crystal Palace and the Argentina national team.

Club career

Benítez started his career at Quilmes before joining Ligue 1 club Nice in summer 2016. He signed a four-year contract with Eredivisie club PSV in June 2022. On 23 June 2025, he reached an agreement to join Premier League side Crystal Palace, with the move set to be completed on 1 July. He made his debut in the EFL Cup against rivals Millwall on 16 September; after the match finished 1–1, he saved two penalties in the ensuing shootout to help Palace triumph 4–2.

International career

In June 2023, Benítez received his first call-up the Argentine senior squad for two friendly matches against Australia and Indonesia.
He made his Albiceleste debut on 26 March 2024 in a friendly 3–1 win against Costa Rica.

Personal life

Born in Argentina, Benítez is of Paraguayan descent through a grandfather.

Honours

PSV
Crystal Palace