Dele Alli trains with Barnet in search of career revival

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Dele Alli trains with Barnet in search of career revival
Summary

Dele Alli, a former England international, has begun training with Barnet after being a free agent for over a year. The 30-year-old midfielder last played competitively in March 2025 for Como, where he made just one appearance. Barnet's manager, Dean Brennan, has welcomed Alli to participate in first-team sessions, highlighting that everyone deserves a second chance. Barnet currently leads League Two and is undefeated in their first seven fixtures. Alli posted videos of his solo training at Barnet’s facilities, indicating his intention to regain fitness and pursue a potential contract.

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  • •Dele Alli has not played since March 2025.
  • •Barnet currently sits atop League Two standings.
  • •Manager Dean Brennan has offered Alli an open invitation to train with the team.
  • •Alli has been a free agent since September 2025.
  • •Barnet's next match is against Crawley on Saturday.
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  • 6:14 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-England star Dele Alli handed career lifeline as fourth-tier side leaves 'doors open'
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Former England and Premier League star Dele Alli has been handed a potential career lifeline, having been a free agent for a year since being released by Serie A side Como

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