NYCFC is in need of a striker, and Christian Benteke would be a great option for even a short-term signing. However, such a move is unlikely.
Ever since Alonso Martínez was given the chance to be the starting striker in 2024, he has been an important and fantastic player for New York City FC. He had 16 regular-season goals in 2024 and 17 in 2025, leading the Boys in Blue in scoring. So, losing the Costa Rican to an ACL injury is not ideal, and it stinks for him as well.