Aki and Pops get new deals

Last updated : 21 July 2004 By Nik Taylor

Palace have confirmed Aki Riihilahti and Tony Popovic have signed new contracts that will keep them at Selhurst for the next two years.

Both players’ contracts expired this summer, but after playing an integral part in last season’s promotion campaign the pair were keen to stay with the club.

Palace have one more key player currently out of contract – Northern Ireland midfielder Michael Hughes. He is expected to sign a one-year deal later in the week.