Coventry sign Dan Bentley on free from Wolves, report says

Coventry City have signed goalkeeper Dan Bentley from Wolves on a free transfer, Ben Jacobs says. Reported on Thursday evening, the move would see Bentley arrive as cover for Carl Rushworth.

The reporting indicates Coventry are adding depth in goal with Bentley earmarked to operate as back-up to Rushworth. With no fee involved, the switch is presented as a completed signing rather than an ongoing negotiation.

There has been no official announcement from either club at the time of publication, and contract specifics have not been disclosed. As with any deal yet to be publicly confirmed by the clubs, final administrative steps and unveiling details would be expected to follow in due course.

If completed as described, the addition suggests Coventry intend to keep Rushworth as their first-choice while bringing in an experienced alternative to provide competition and cover through the campaign. It would also give the coaching staff greater flexibility in managing workload and selection across league and cup commitments.

For Wolves, the change would mean parting with a senior goalkeeper without a transfer fee, trimming options in a position where depth can fluctuate during a season. The report does not specify whether Wolves plan an immediate replacement or will promote from within.

Further confirmation from the clubs would lock in registration details and any contract terms. Until then, the picture painted by the reporting is of a free transfer concluded and a clear role defined for Bentley in Coventry’s goalkeeping group.