O'Neil pleased with goalkeepers at Wolves duking it out for spot in club's hierarchy-Zack Oaten

Bentley made his move to Wolves in January last year and quickly solidified his spot as a crucial member of the squad, attracting interest from several top clubs in the summer transfer window. Arsenal, in particular, expressed interest in signing him as a potential replacement for Aaron Ramsdale, who had recently transferred to Southampton.

However, no deal came to light and O’Neil has welcomed the new contract, which he says will only boost the work rate of those around him as they push for the place in the team. 

“I’m pleased because he was linked with moves away from here in the summer and we were keen to keep him,” O’Neil said. 

“He’s very good at what he does and understands his role, while also pushing the ones ahead of him. I’m delighted that it was all agreed.”  

When questioned if Bentley’s new deal means previous number one Jose Sa could depart in January, O’Neil added: “No, I have no thoughts of January at the moment. The goalkeepers will continue to fight and see where they end up in the pecking order.”