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Tottenham hires David Bentley as positivity coach under Roberto De Zerbi

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 7:06 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Tottenham hires David Bentley as positivity coach under Roberto De Zerbi
Summary

Tottenham Hotspur has reportedly hired David Bentley as their new positivity coach. Bentley, a former player for Tottenham, announced the decision on Instagram after a meeting with manager Roberto De Zerbi. Known for his past success at Blackburn Rovers, Bentley's role is expected to focus on player morale and cohesion. His return to the club follows several years since his playing days ended in 2014. The team looks to leverage his experience in fostering a positive environment among players.

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  • •David Bentley announces positivity coach role at Tottenham on Instagram
  • •Roberto De Zerbi appointed as manager, overseeing Bentley's role
  • •Bentley previously played at Tottenham and was known for his time at Blackburn
  • •Focus of the new role is on improving player morale and cohesion
  • •Bentley retired from professional football in 2014
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  • 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — Roberto De Zerbi has apparently hired David Bentley as “Positivity Coach”
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What’s a Positivity Coach? Who cares, you negative Nancy, this rules.

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