Bentley undergoes knee surgery

Published Oct. 12, 2011 3:15 p.m. ET

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Bentley was trying to rebuild his career on loan at West Ham, for whom he made five appearances since joining on transfer deadline day. But the 27-year-old suffered the injury last week and has now gone back to White Hart Lane. "It's a great shame for David as he had settled well in the squad," Hammers manager Sam Allardyce told the club's official website. "We wish him well and hope he has a speedy recovery." Allardyce has recalled youngster Cristian Montano from his loan at Notts County as cover. Tottenham said in a short statement: "David Bentley has undergone surgery to his left knee. "The right-sided midfielder, who joined West Ham United on loan in August, is likely to be out for up to six months."