Dele Alli offered training chance at Barnet FC
League Two leaders open doors for former England international to regain fitness.
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Barnet Football Club manager Dean Brennan has extended an offer to former England international Dele Alli to train with the League Two leaders. Brennan stated that he would be "mad not to take him" if the midfielder sought a path back into professional football. Alli, 30, has been utilising Barnet's training grounds to maintain his physical condition while searching for a new club following his departure from Italian side Como last year.
The invitation from Brennan follows Alli's own social media posts showing him working out at Barnet's facilities. The Barnet manager confirmed that the club's doors are open for Alli to train with the squad and use the facilities as a platform to rebuild his career. Brennan acknowledged that Alli is experiencing a "real tough time" and emphasised that "everyone deserves a second chance in life."
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Speculation over next move
The offer from Barnet comes at a time of increased speculation about Alli's future. Indian Super League team Odisha FC recently tweeted a GIF of the player, leading to suggestions that he may have already agreed to a new contract. Alli has not participated in a competitive match since March 2025, when he was sent off shortly after coming on as a substitute for Como against AC Milan. He subsequently left the Italian club by mutual agreement.
Alli's career has seen a significant shift from his peak years at Tottenham Hotspur, where he won successive PFA Young Player of the Year awards and became an established England international with 37 caps. Since leaving Spurs for Everton in 2022, he has faced challenges with injuries and form. Brennan believes Barnet, currently leading League Two, could offer an unexpected opportunity for Alli to regain sharpness and potentially restart his career.
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Questions this report answers
+What has Dele Alli been doing recently?
Dele Alli has been using the training facilities at Barnet FC to maintain his fitness. He has not played competitive football since March 2025 and is seeking a new club.
+Has Dele Alli been offered a place at Barnet FC?
Barnet FC manager Dean Brennan has offered Dele Alli the chance to train with the League Two leaders. Brennan stated the doors are open for Alli to use the facilities to get fit and train with the group.
+What is the latest speculation about Dele Alli's next club?
Indian Super League team Odisha FC recently tweeted a GIF of Dele Alli, prompting suggestions he might join them. However, Barnet FC manager Dean Brennan has also offered him the chance to train with his team.
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