Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp set to fine David Bentley

14 August 2009 19:17
The latest problem to beset the England player could see Bentley leave Tottenham, with Redknapp admitting that while he was not looking to sell, he would listen to offers for fringe players. [LNB]Redknapp, who gives a debut to defender Sebastien Bassong against Liverpool on Sunday, said: 'I'm quite happy with the squad but if somebody wants to come in and buy one from here and we get good money we could bring somebody else in.' [LNB] Related ArticlesJol surprised by Defoe impactBecks: no Premier League returnSpurs' Bentley charged with drink-drivingTottenham v Liverpool match previewSpurs to move for MosesDefoe sues over 'wrongful' arrestBentley made a contrite apology on the Tottenham's website, admitting that it had been a "wake up call' and Redknapp warned that the player must learn from his indiscretion. [LNB]And Redknapp warned: 'There will be internal action. I'm very anti-drinking and I'm very anti-drinking and driving. There is no place for it and he was very lucky that no one was injured. [LNB]"He realises he's made a mistake and he'll pay for it. He's really low after what he's done.' [LNB]Bassong, a French-born Cameroon international, joined Spurs from troubled Newcastle for £8 million and admitted he decided he had to leave to continue his career. 'I spoke with the senior players there and I decided it was best for my future. I wouldn't have stayed even if Alan Shearer was still the manager.'[LNB] 

Source: Telegraph