Jim Bentley - stats and career - FotMob
Jim Bentley, Age: 49, Country: England
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As of April 13, 2026, Morecambe FC announced that Jim Bentley would step down from the first-team manager role after relegation from the National League, but he will remain at the club in a newly defined role to assist development across football and non-football areas. This marks a transition rather than a departure from the club, with Bentley staying on to support the rebuild and strategic direction. [Source: The Non-League Football Paper][1]
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Reports around the same period indicate the club is actively searching for a new first-team manager while acknowledging Bentley’s ongoing involvement in an ambassadorial and advisory capacity. The statement framed his continuation as a valuable asset to stabilise and guide the club through its rebuild. [Source: The Non-League Football Paper][1]
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Additional context from mid-2022 shows Bentley’s prior managerial stints at Rochdale and Morecambe, but the most current and verifiable update centers on his transition at Morecambe after their relegation in 2025 and ongoing role in the club’s development. For completeness, historical career notes are available through various outlets, including club announcements and football press coverage. [Source: The League Paper; The Non-League Football Paper][2][1]
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