Sam Brown Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2012/02/13/spurs-man-bentley-said-be-seeking-mls-loan-move Quality player, good from dead ball situations, and good at picking out a pass. While he's known for his crossing ability, the Whitecaps wouldn't really benefit from a move like this, BUT, I'm wondering if they could put him in the middle of the pitch and have him dictate play with his passing ability. You'd suspect San Jose is in the frame given the partnership they have with Spurs, but maybe this will be Barber's last big coup. He brought Lee here, maybe he can bring Bentley here. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerpro Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2012/02/13/spurs-man-bentley-said-be-seeking-mls-loan-move Quality player, good from dead ball situations, and good at picking out a pass. While he's known for his crossing ability, the Whitecaps wouldn't really benefit from a move like this, BUT, I'm wondering if they could put him in the middle of the pitch and have him dictate play with his passing ability. You'd suspect San Jose is in the frame given the partnership they have with Spurs, but maybe this will be Barber's last big coup. He brought Lee here, maybe he can bring Bentley here. Thoughts? Unless he is a rock at CB, not interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_Gagne Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Unless he is a rock at CB, not interested. Are you crazy? That's a joke right? David Bentley's 27yrs old, with 7 Sr. England Caps, and I don't care what his struggles at Spurs have been, IMO he would be way too good for MLS on his worst day. I remember fallowing him as an Arsenal youth player, and later at Blackburn. In my opinion he would automatically be one of, if not the, best dead-ball hitter's in the league - a skill that's at a huge premium in the MLS. And @Sam Brown: Thanks for posting this, but I also have to disagree with your statement: "the Whitecaps wouldn't really benefit from a move like this"... Question: Harris vs. Bentley... hmmm let me think here... I just really hope this isn't another F$ing LA Galaxy freebie... that would be the last thing the rest of the Western Conference would need. Other than the Barber connection I don't know what else would indicate that the VCWs would be his destination. It could just as easily be any other team. And if I was coming back off a knee injury it wouldn't necessarily be my first choice to end up on turf; although Vancouver's rehab/physio staff are apparently 2nd to none. My two bits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lattes Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Wow, didn't believe it until I read the article. It would be nice to have him in the east, even if it makes it a harder go for TFC. Impact would be a nice place for him to lead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Impact Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 He's looking for a loan spell, 6 months and then back to Spurs. His recently operated knee, should be cause for concern, but there is no doubt about his quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free kick Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Unless he is a rock at CB, not interested. For a while, this player was hailed as the next great english player. He was the next " becks"? I am very surprised that he would be comming to MLS at such an age. He is still in his prime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThiKu Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 He's past-it. He wouldn't hold-up in the MLS I imagine, with the heat and "physicality" of the league. haha, sorry, had to say it before someone else did. I'm sure he'd be a fine addition. He'd be the set-piece taker, and he'd come up with one or two spectacular goals, and a number of assists. But I wouldn't expect him to "pick up the pieces" or "destroy" anything in MF. I'd not want him for 6 months. Either permanently or not at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyCanuck Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 He's past-it. He wouldn't hold-up in the MLS I imagine, with the heat and "physicality" of the league. haha, sorry, had to say it before someone else did. I'm sure he'd be a fine addition. He'd be the set-piece taker, and he'd come up with one or two spectacular goals, and a number of assists. But I wouldn't expect him to "pick up the pieces" or "destroy" anything in MF. I'd not want him for 6 months. Either permanently or not at all. He's not Canadian, so you won't get anyone here thinking the Caps should sign him. Bentley here would be massive. He's held out of his spot at Spurs by guys like Aaron Lennon, Niko Kranjcar Rafael Van Der Vaart, Luka Modric etc. He's not not playing because he's crap. He's literally been blighted by injuries and is on a squad with immense amounts of depth which is why he's been loaned and not sold. If Spurs thought he had nothing to offer they'd have sold him by now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_Gagne Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 SB Nation speculates about San Jose as a possible destination: Tottenham still own his contract and they have a partnership with the Earthquakes, which help set up Simon Dawkins' loan to San Jose, so Bentley to the Quakes makes sense, but that would be no more than speculation. http://www.sbnation.com/soccer/2012/2/13/2796514/david-bentley-mls-loan-transfer-news-rumors-tottenham-hotspur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Brown Posted February 15, 2012 Author Share Posted February 15, 2012 And @Sam Brown: Thanks for posting this, but I also have to disagree with your statement: "the Whitecaps wouldn't really benefit from a move like this"... Question: Harris vs. Bentley... hmmm let me think here... My two bits I completely agree that he's of a much higher quality than Harris, BUT, we don't have holes on the wings. There's no point in picking up a player we don't need. The Caps have openly discussed how they need to fill the void in midfield. I was simply suggesting that he be converted into a central midfielder, much like David Beckham has played recently, and take advantage of his ability to distribute the ball so effectively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loud Mouth Soup Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 he would be way too good for MLS on his worst day Ha ha ha....no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greatest Cockney Rip Off Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 He was very average(at best) for West Ham in championship this year before his knee got destroyed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Brown Posted February 15, 2012 Author Share Posted February 15, 2012 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2101219/Barry-Robson-ready-summer-Middlesbrough-Vancouver-Whitecaps.html Figured I better post this here. Article says Whitecaps want Bentley. This the dailymail though.... Regardless I hope they get him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Brown Posted February 15, 2012 Author Share Posted February 15, 2012 Also, Pete Schaad says Bentley's agent has confirmed interest from Vancouver, and that Barber put in a good word. What did I tell you guys! http://www.sbnation.com/soccer/2012/2/15/2799389/david-bentley-mls-loan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finchster Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Also, Pete Schaad says Bentley's agent has confirmed interest from Vancouver, and that Barber put in a good word. What did I tell you guys! http://www.sbnation.com/soccer/2012/2/15/2799389/david-bentley-mls-loan Time to quit that marketing degree Sam and get on a journalism degree haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKottonmouthed1555362307 Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 David Bentley is a risk no question about it. Is he healthy? is the big question. A major knee operation seems a questionable time to choose a path into a foreign league know for it's physical play, and it's even more grueling travel schedule and accommodations. If he could prove healthy and handle the rigorous schedule the MLS has to offer clubs, he could be a linchpin to any MLS midfield. Since it's a loan deal they seem to be pursuing, I think the risk is minimized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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