David Bentley is eager to get his career back on track at Birmingham after struggling to make an impact at Tottenham following his £15m move from Blackburn Rovers in 2008. Loss of form, lack of first team opportunities at Spurs plus a falling out with boss Harry Redknapp all contributed to a miserable stay at White Hart Lane.
The 26 year old said: "It has been a difficult time for me the last couple of years.
"I found it hard not being involved as much as I wanted at Tottenham. They have got some great players and you can find yourself the wrong side of the fence.
"But there was no fall-out with Harry Redknapp and it is time to put things aside, move on - and hopefully I can have a positive effect on Birmingham.
"The aim is to resurrect my career and I love football and just want to have the chance to be playing."
Birmingham boss Alex McLeish confirmed he will be included in the squad for Sunday's home derby with Aston Villa.
He said: "He has great quality and he is at an age where he has taken stock and it is time for him to show the quality which led to him playing for England.
"It is time for his boots to do the talking. Ron Atkinson always used to say 'don't tell me, show me."'
