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Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson insists he has not thought about retirement despite his contract expiring this summer - and discusses striker Christian Benteke's future

Roy Hodgson insists retirement has not crossed his mind amid reports he could leave Crystal Palace at the end of the season.

The 73-year-old is out of contract this summer and has constantly dodged questions about his future during recent months, with his focus on a strong finish to the current campaign.

Aston Villa travel to Selhurst Park on Sunday before Arsenal visit on Wednesday, with 6,500 supporters set to be allowed into the stadium for the midweek fixture which could act as a farewell on home turf for the boyhood Eagles fan.