High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! David Michael Bentley (born 27 August 1984) is an English footballer who plays for Tottenham Hotspur and the England national team. He can play in several positions across the midfield, but he has also been used as a winger. Bentley started his career with Arsenal, and despite being earmarked as one for the future, saw his playing opportunities limited by a strong senior squad. He spent two seasons on loan with Norwich City and Blackburn Rovers, and sealed a permanent transfer to Rovers in January 2006. Bentley produced strong performances for his new club, and soon featured regularly for the England national Under-21 football team. He made his full international debut against Israel in September 2007. In July 2008, Bentley joined Tottenham Hotspur.