The Premier League side are in desperate need of a striker and they want to bring the 37-cap Belgian international back to the club.
Wesley has been ruled out for the season and Smith needs a replacement now.
As per Het Belang van Limburg (translated by Sportwitness), Aston Villa have now made an approach for the player. They have informed Crystal Palace of their interest in Benteke.
The former Villa star has failed to live up to the expectations at Selhurst Park and it will be interesting to see if the Eagles decide to cash in on him.