Champions League | Gareth Bale decided not to play against Manchester City, says Zinedine Zidane
4 years, 5 months ago

Champions League | Gareth Bale decided not to play against Manchester City, says Zinedine Zidane

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Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has dismissed claims that winger Gareth Bale was axed from the squad to face Manchester City in the second leg of Round of 16 clash in the UEFA Champions League. Zidane, however, revealed that Bale wasn't axed from the squad to face City as the Welshman decided against making the trip to Manchester. Over the years, he has been an important part of the Real side that won four Champions League titles in five years, famously scoring an overhead kick to give his team the lead against Liverpool in the final of the 2017/18 season. He has scored a total of 16 times playing for Real Madrid in the Champions League and is the first substitute to have scored twice in the final of the tournament.

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Gareth Bale lifts lid on retirement after surprise return at Liverpool v Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gareth Bale lifts lid on retirement after surprise return at Liverpool v Real Madrid

The Independent  

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale 'agreed to join Man United in 2013 but the club REFUSED to pay the £200m fee', Patrice Evra claims - with Sir Alex Ferguson 'revealing the news before his retirement'
3 months, 1 week ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale 'agreed to join Man United in 2013 but the club REFUSED to pay the £200m fee', Patrice Evra claims - with Sir Alex Ferguson 'revealing the news before his retirement'

Daily Mail  

Ronaldo and Bale instead continued and went onto enjoy success at Real Madrid Ferguson retired in 2013 but had claimed he would carry on, Evra suggested Patrice Evra has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale had both agreed to join Manchester United in 2013. Evra spent eight years with United from 2006 to 2014 after joining from Monaco and …

'If we Win 5-0 And he Didn't Score, he Comes in And Throws his Boots': Gareth Bale on Cristiano Ronaldo's Mentality
1 year, 6 months ago

'If we Win 5-0 And he Didn't Score, he Comes in And Throws his Boots': Gareth Bale on Cristiano Ronaldo's Mentality

News 18  

Former Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale opened up on playing alongside Cristiano Ronaldo at the Spanish club. Bale formed a formidable trio alongside Ronaldo and Karim Benzema at Real Madrid which is fondly known as BBC. The former Welsh winger revealed that Ronaldo used to get angry when he didn’t score a goal even if Real Madrid won that match …

Vinícius, Benzema lead Real Madrid past Chelsea 2-0 in CL
1 year, 8 months ago

Vinícius, Benzema lead Real Madrid past Chelsea 2-0 in CL

Associated Press  

MADRID — Karim Benzema struck yet again against Chelsea, and Real Madrid is a step closer to eliminating the English club for the second straight season in the Champions League. Vinícius Júnior thrived with two assists and Marco Asensio also scored in Madrid’s 2-0 win in the first leg of the quarterfinals on Wednesday in the latest meeting between the …

‘Legend of our club’: Real Madrid pays rich tribute to Gareth Bale on retirement
2 years ago

‘Legend of our club’: Real Madrid pays rich tribute to Gareth Bale on retirement

The Hindu  

Real Madrid paid tribute to Wales star Gareth Bale after the footballer announced his retirement at the age of 33. “Given Gareth Bale’s announcement of his retirement from football as a professional player, Real Madrid CF wants to show its gratitude, admiration and affection for a great legend of our club and world football,” the statement read. “Gareth Bale has …

Missing me already? Gareth Bale warmly meets and greets old Real Madrid team-mates in Los Angeles
2 years, 5 months ago

Missing me already? Gareth Bale warmly meets and greets old Real Madrid team-mates in Los Angeles

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale has warmly reacquainted himself with his former Real Madrid team-mates in Los Angeles. Gareth Bale has warmly greeted his former Real Madrid team-mates in Los Angeles Bale, who left Real this summer to join MLS side Los Angeles FC, chatted with his former colleagues at the Champions League-winning side and spoke to boss Carlo Ancelotti Champions League winners …

Gareth Bale To Return Home To Play For Cardiff City: Report
2 years, 6 months ago

Gareth Bale To Return Home To Play For Cardiff City: Report

News 18  

Champions League winner Gareth Bale is reportedly set to return to his hometown club Cardiff City. According to an article published by Wales Online, Bale visited Cardiff City’s training base on Wednesday morning and had a discussion with Morison for the first time. Though finding a new destination will not be a tough task for Bale as the former Tottenham …

Real Madrid fans cram city's Cibeles Square as Carlo Ancelotti's squad celebrate beating Liverpool
2 years, 7 months ago

Real Madrid fans cram city's Cibeles Square as Carlo Ancelotti's squad celebrate beating Liverpool

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid's victorious squad have been greeted by adoring fans while parading their Champions League and LaLiga trophies hours after beating Liverpool at the Stade de France to become European champions for a 14th time. Real Madrid captain Marcelo and Karim Benzema carried the Champions League trophy The duo paraded their newest piece of silverware after returning from Saturday's final …

Atletico Madrid 'REJECTED chance to sign Gareth Bale on free transfer once he leaves Real'
2 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Madrid 'REJECTED chance to sign Gareth Bale on free transfer once he leaves Real'

Daily Mail  

Atletico Madrid have turned down the chance to sign Gareth Bale on a free transfer this summer, according to reports in Spain. And Spanish radio station Cadena COPE claim the former Tottenham star's services were offered to Atletico Madrid in a meeting between his agents and the Spanish club's sporting director Andrea Berta. Atletico Madrid have reportedly turned down the …

Champions League: Manchester City let Real Madrid off the hook in seven-goal thriller
2 years, 8 months ago

Champions League: Manchester City let Real Madrid off the hook in seven-goal thriller

Firstpost  

Manchester City took a two-goal lead three times but were reduced each time by a spirited Real Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League. But Karim Benzema’s double and a brilliant individual effort from Vinicius Junior gave Madrid hope of another famous Champions League fightback at the Santiago Bernabeu on May 4. Guardiola lamented letting Liverpool escape “alive” …

UEFA Champions League: Manchester City tops Real Madrid 4-3 in breathless semifinal 1st leg
2 years, 8 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Manchester City tops Real Madrid 4-3 in breathless semifinal 1st leg

The Hindu  

Manchester City just couldn’t shake off Real Madrid. In a wild Champions League match that resembled a basketball game at times, City beat Madrid 4-3 in the first leg of the semifinals but will leave Etihad Stadium wondering how the record 13-time champion was still in it. Phil Foden restored City’s two-goal lead in the 53rd, Vinicius Junior replied two …

UEFA Champions League: Villarreal beats Bayern Munich 1-0 in Quarterfinals 1st leg
2 years, 9 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Villarreal beats Bayern Munich 1-0 in Quarterfinals 1st leg

The Hindu  

Villarreal pulled off another surprising Champions League result with a 1-0 win over Bayern Munich in the first leg of the quarterfinals on Wednesday. Arnaut Danjuma’s goal early in the first half was enough for Villarreal, with Bayern unable to get past the solid defense of Unai Emery’s squad and losing only for the second time in 30 Champions League …

Madrid held at Villarreal before PSG; Bale makes rare start
2 years, 10 months ago

Madrid held at Villarreal before PSG; Bale makes rare start

The Hindu  

Spanish leader Real Madrid was held by Villarreal to 0-0 on Saturday in a match that featured Gareth Bale playing his first minutes in more than five months. The draw left Madrid four points clear of second-placed Sevilla as the pace-setter continues to struggle without injured striker Karim Benzema, and their Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain just three days …

Watch: Gareth Bale walks out of Euro 2020 interview when asked about Wales retirement
3 years, 6 months ago

Watch: Gareth Bale walks out of Euro 2020 interview when asked about Wales retirement

India TV News  

Following Wales' humiliating debacle to Denmark in Euro 2020 last-eight on Saturday night, team's star player Gareth Bale left an interview in the mixed zone mid-way when he was asked by a BBC reporter if this was his last match in national colours. The match, played at Amsterdam's iconic Johan Cryuff Arena, saw Denmark' sKasper Dolberg score twice while Joakim …

Zidane tight-lipped over Real Madrid future
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane tight-lipped over Real Madrid future

The Hindu  

Zinedine Zidane refused to confirm whether he will still be in charge of Real Madrid next season after the Spanish giant ended the season empty handed. Zidane's side finished two points behind La Liga champion Atletico Madrid, with a total of 84, following Saturday's 2-1 victory over Villarreal. READ: Local media reports have speculated that the Frenchman would walk away …

Zidane refuses to address Real future ahead of La Liga title showdown
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane refuses to address Real future ahead of La Liga title showdown

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane would not be drawn on his future ahead of the side's final La Liga game of the season against Villarreal on Saturday. If Real wins and city rival Atletico fails to emerge victorious away to Valladolid, then Zidane's side will be crowned champion. READ|A tletico Madrid favourite to lift La Liga crown, feel former players …

Zidane to leave Real Madrid at end of season: Reports
3 years, 7 months ago

Zidane to leave Real Madrid at end of season: Reports

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has told his players he will leave the La Liga club at the end of the season, Spanish media reported late on Saturday. Radio station Onda Cero said Zidane informed the players about his decision before last weekend's 2-2 La Liga draw at home with Sevilla where Real missed the chance to top the table. …

Zinedine Zidane’s message for Real Madrid players overheard at training ahead of Chelsea clash
3 years, 8 months ago

Zinedine Zidane’s message for Real Madrid players overheard at training ahead of Chelsea clash

The Independent  

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Zidane in awe of his players as Real targets fourth Champions League final
3 years, 8 months ago

Zidane in awe of his players as Real targets fourth Champions League final

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said he is constantly surprised by his players' capacity to overcome difficulties as the team aims for a fourth Champions League final in six years in Wednesday's semifinal second leg away to Chelsea. "We've had a lot of difficulties but you have to take your hat off to this team," Zidane told a virtual news …

Real Madrid have the ‘character’ to overcome Chelsea in Champions League, says Zinedine Zidane
3 years, 8 months ago

Real Madrid have the ‘character’ to overcome Chelsea in Champions League, says Zinedine Zidane

The Independent  

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Champions League semi-finals preview: PSG looking for big away result; Real Madrid hope to cash-in on Chelsea's misses
3 years, 8 months ago

Champions League semi-finals preview: PSG looking for big away result; Real Madrid hope to cash-in on Chelsea's misses

Firstpost  

With the first leg semi-final matches of the UEFA Champions League done, there are only a couple more days until we learn who the finalists of this season will be. In the other tie, it’s still anyone’s game, as a wasteful Chelsea were unable to make the most of their chances in their first-leg match against Real Madrid, giving los …

Madrid turns focus from Super League to Champions League
3 years, 8 months ago

Madrid turns focus from Super League to Champions League

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane wants nothing to do with the Super League. Tuesday’s first leg against Chelsea in Madrid comes after widespread backlash against the attempt to create the new Super League, which had Madrid president Florentino Pérez as one of its masterminds. Madrid is playing in the Champions League semifinals for the ninth time in the last 11 …

Champions League: Zinedine Zidane says talks of Real Madrid getting banned due to ESL involvement ‘absurd’
3 years, 8 months ago

Champions League: Zinedine Zidane says talks of Real Madrid getting banned due to ESL involvement ‘absurd’

Firstpost  

Madrid: Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane on Monday hit back at calls for his club to be banned from the Champions League for their part in the failed European Super League proposals, saying the suggestion was “absurd”. UEFA threatened the clubs with “consequences” before the plans fell apart, but Zidane said any thoughts of a Champions League ban were misplaced. …

Real has right to play Champions League despite Super League intentions - Zidane
3 years, 8 months ago

Real has right to play Champions League despite Super League intentions - Zidane

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said the idea that his side could have been booted out of the Champions League due to its role in creating the European Super League was "illogical", adding it was focused on their semi-final tie with Chelsea. We're going to play in the Champions League as that's our right," Zidane told a news conference ahead …

Champions League: Nobody should write off Real Madrid, says manager Zinedine Zidane
3 years, 9 months ago

Champions League: Nobody should write off Real Madrid, says manager Zinedine Zidane

Firstpost  

“I think my team has been underestimated,” said Zidane in a press conference on Monday. We have had difficult moments this season and now we are better but it doesn’t mean anything tomorrow.” Madrid: Zinedine Zidane believes Real Madrid are being underrated ahead of the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Liverpool on Tuesday. We have had difficult …

Gareth Bale plans on returning to Real Madrid after Tottenham Hotspur loan
3 years, 9 months ago

Gareth Bale plans on returning to Real Madrid after Tottenham Hotspur loan

India TV News  

Gareth Bale plans to end his Tottenham stay at the end of the season and return to Real Madrid. “The original plan was to do a season at Spurs and after the Euros still have a year left at Real Madrid,” Bale said. "My plan is to go back, that’s as far as I have planned.” Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho …

The north London derby demon: How Gareth Bale has tormented Arsenal through the years
3 years, 9 months ago

The north London derby demon: How Gareth Bale has tormented Arsenal through the years

Daily Mail  

Perhaps this weekend was always written in the stars for Gareth Bale. Results are picking up for the men in white and, ever so aptly, Bale's rebirth comes just in time for a north London derby, eight years to the exact month since his last. Eight years to the exact month since his last north London derby, Gareth Bale is …

Zidane leaves out Karim Benzema of Real Madrid squad for Champions League tie vs Atalanta
3 years, 10 months ago

Zidane leaves out Karim Benzema of Real Madrid squad for Champions League tie vs Atalanta

India TV News  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has not included striker Karim Benzema in the 19-man squad for his side's vital Champions League last 16 tie away to Atalanta on Wednesday night. He was replaced by Mariano Diaz at the weekend and the 27-year-old looks likely to lead the Real Madrid line again on Wednesday night, Xinhua news agency reports. Benzema isn't …

Champions League: Zidane taking no chances with Benzema v Atalanta
3 years, 10 months ago

Champions League: Zidane taking no chances with Benzema v Atalanta

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has said he will not be taking any risks with striker Karim Benzema when his side plays away to Atalanta in Wednesday's Champions League last-16 first leg, even with his side seriously short on striking options. Benzema, Real's top scorer with 17 goals in all competitions, was one of nine players injured for Saturday's La …

Real Madrid facing HUGE Gareth Bale problem if Tottenham opt against signing him permanently
3 years, 11 months ago

Real Madrid facing HUGE Gareth Bale problem if Tottenham opt against signing him permanently

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid could be left with a huge administrative headache if Tottenham decide against making Gareth Bale's loan move a permanent one. Real Madrid will be hoping that Gareth Bale is offered a permanent Spurs deal after his loan The Spanish giants were desperately hoping that Bale's return to Spurs would be a huge success and would lead to his …

Zinedine Zidane under fire as Real Madrid lose again
3 years, 11 months ago

Zinedine Zidane under fire as Real Madrid lose again

India TV News  

After watching his team collapse late in extra time against third-division club Alcoyano in the Copa del Rey, Zinedine Zidane turned his back on the field and smiled in disbelief. Critics had already been after Zidane after Madrid's loss to Athletic Bilbao in the semifinals of the Spanish Super Cup a week ago, which followed a scoreless draw for the …

Real Madrid held to a draw by Villarreal after yet another penalty
4 years, 1 month ago

Real Madrid held to a draw by Villarreal after yet another penalty

The Hindu  

Real Madrid conceded a fourth penalty in two games as it drew 1-1 at Villarreal in La Liga on Saturday, dropping points for the second game in a row. READ: Unai Emery's Villarreal was much improved in the second half and after spurning numerous chances striker Gerard Moreno beat Thibaut Courtois from the spot in the 76th minute after the …

Real Madrid lack inspiration and defeat at Barcelona could lead to calls for Zidane's departure
4 years, 2 months ago

Real Madrid lack inspiration and defeat at Barcelona could lead to calls for Zidane's departure

Daily Mail  

'Every season has its highs and lows' said Zinedine Zidane in his press conference on Friday. He has been a Real Madrid player and coach long enough to know that there is no low quite like a defeat to Barcelona low, and that some coaches never recover from it. Zinedine Zidane has never lost at the Nou Camp as a …

UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid Likely Without Injured Sergio Ramos vs Depleted Shakhtar Donestsk
4 years, 2 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid Likely Without Injured Sergio Ramos vs Depleted Shakhtar Donestsk

News 18  

MADRID: Sergio Ramos is out of Real Madrid’s opening Champions League match against a Shakhtar Donetsk squad depleted by the coronavirus. We dont want to take any risks, Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said on Tuesday, a day before the team hosts Shakhtar. He was among the team’s top scorers after the league resumed last season, helping to lead Madrid …

Gareth Bale 'wanted to move to Man United this summer... but grew tired of waiting for Ed Woodward'
4 years, 3 months ago

Gareth Bale 'wanted to move to Man United this summer... but grew tired of waiting for Ed Woodward'

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale was keen on a move to Manchester United this summer but grew tired of waiting for the club's hierarchy to make a decision on Jadon Sancho, it has been reported. United's will-they-won't-they transfer saga with Sancho has been hitting headlines throughout the window, and there are still possibilities a deal will be done before Monday evening's deadline. Gareth …

Real Madrid players 'are left baffled by Zinedine Zidane's tinkering'
4 years, 3 months ago

Real Madrid players 'are left baffled by Zinedine Zidane's tinkering'

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid stars - and especially Vinicius Jr - have been frustrated by Zinedine Zidane's tactical changes this season, and his ideas are 'misleading everyone', according to reports in Spain. Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 win at home to Real Valladolid on Wednesday night thanks to substitute Vinicius Jr's second-half strike, and the Frenchman raised eyebrows by rotating his side …

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane not ruling out loan exit of Manchester United target Luka Jovic
4 years, 3 months ago

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane not ruling out loan exit of Manchester United target Luka Jovic

Daily Mail  

Manchester United's hopes of signing Luka Jovic have been boosted after Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane refused to deny the striker will be allowed to go out on loan. Zidane is said to be open to a loan move with United reportedly leading the chase to sign the player, although Italian clubs Inter, AC Milan and Roma are also in …

Gareth Bale says he has no regrets after leaving Real Madrid
4 years, 3 months ago

Gareth Bale says he has no regrets after leaving Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Gareth Bale said he has no regrets after leaving Real Madrid to seal a return to Tottenham Hotspur and that his tumultuous but trophy-laden seven-year spell with the Spanish champions had helped him grow up. Bale left the north London club in 2013 for a then world record 100 million euros and went on to win four Champions League titles …

Bale leaves underwhelming Madrid legacy
4 years, 3 months ago

Bale leaves underwhelming Madrid legacy

The Hindu  

As Gareth Bale prepares to return to Tottenham Hotspur after seven silverware-laden years at Real Madrid, in the Spanish capital there is an overwhelming sense of disappointment rather than gratitude over his legacy. Bale scored vital strikes in Champions League finals against Atletico Madrid and Liverpool plus a career-defining Copa del Rey final winner against eternal rivals Barcelona amongst 105 …

Real Madrid without Gareth Bale and Eden Hazard ahead of La Liga opener
4 years, 3 months ago

Real Madrid without Gareth Bale and Eden Hazard ahead of La Liga opener

India TV News  

Real Madrid is getting ready for the start of the Spanish league without Gareth Bale and Eden Hazard. Neither player was summoned for Tuesday's training match against Getafe, the last for Madrid before its league opener on Sunday. Getafe would have been Madrid’s opponent in the opener last weekend, but the match was postponed because Madrid played in the latter …

Real Madrid will have to PAY UP Gareth Bale's £60m contract to get rid of him
4 years, 4 months ago

Real Madrid will have to PAY UP Gareth Bale's £60m contract to get rid of him

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale will still be at Real Madrid after the transfer window closes unless the Spanish club pay up his contract. Real Madrid will have to pay £60m to end Gareth Bale's contract - money they cannot afford Bale is yet to have talks with Real boss Zinedine Zidane over his involvement in the season Bale was in action for …

Gareth Bale could leave Real Madrid... so which club out of Man United or Spurs would suit him best?
4 years, 4 months ago

Gareth Bale could leave Real Madrid... so which club out of Man United or Spurs would suit him best?

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale could be set for a stunning Premier League return as he prepares to have crunch talks with Real Madrid over a potential exit. Gareth Bale's career in Madrid could be ending as he has been linked to Man United and Spurs MANCHESTER UNITED There is no doubt that Bale would be the marquee attacking signing that Manchester United …

Gareth Bale substitution during win over Finland was planned ahead of Bulgaria game, says Ryan Giggs
4 years, 4 months ago

Gareth Bale substitution during win over Finland was planned ahead of Bulgaria game, says Ryan Giggs

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gareth Bale will be fit for Wales' Nations …

Gareth Bale could leave Real Madrid on a free if they find club to pay Welshman's wages
4 years, 4 months ago

Gareth Bale could leave Real Madrid on a free if they find club to pay Welshman's wages

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid rejected an offer of £89million for Gareth Bale from a Premier League club on the last day of the transfer window last summer, according to ex-Blancos president Ramon Calderon. Real Madrid rejected an offer of £89million for Gareth Bale from a Premier League club 'I know in the last day of the transfer window last year there was …

Bale open to Premier League return if Real sanctions move
4 years, 4 months ago

Bale open to Premier League return if Real sanctions move

The Hindu  

Gareth Bale will consider a return to the Premier League if his current club Real Madrid allow him to end his stint in Spain, the Wales international has said. Despite winning four Champions League titles with Real, Bale has divided opinion in Spain because of a perceived lack of commitment and poor injury record. “If those options arise it's something …

Gareth Bale Open To Premier League Return If Real Madrid Sanction Move
4 years, 4 months ago

Gareth Bale Open To Premier League Return If Real Madrid Sanction Move

News 18  

Gareth Bale will consider a return to the Premier League if his current club Real Madrid allow him to end his stint in Spain, the Wales international has said. “If those options arise it’s something I’d look at for sure,” Bale, who made 146 Premier League appearances for Tottenham Hotspur between 2007 and 2014 before moving to Madrid, told Sky …

Gareth Bale hits out at Real Madrid as he pleads to leave and says he'd consider Premier League move
4 years, 4 months ago

Gareth Bale hits out at Real Madrid as he pleads to leave and says he'd consider Premier League move

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale has expressed frustration at not being allowed to leave Real Madrid Gareth Bale has hit out at Real Madrid for making it 'very difficult' for him to leave and admitted he would consider a return to the Premier League. Gareth Bale has insisted Real Madrid have been 'very difficult' and won't allow him to leave The 31-year-old forward …

Gareth Bale's Real Madrid exit set to be frustrated with club unwilling to pay up £30m in wages
4 years, 4 months ago

Gareth Bale's Real Madrid exit set to be frustrated with club unwilling to pay up £30m in wages

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale's departure from Real Madrid is likely to be frustrated by the club's reluctance to pay off the remaining two years of his salary. Bale's €17million salary over his remaining two years would mean Madrid would have to negotiate a possible €34m pay-off which they are not in a position to do. Gareth Bale could remain at Real Madrid …

Ryan Giggs reveals he has NOT held talks with Zinedine Zidane about Gareth Bale
4 years, 4 months ago

Ryan Giggs reveals he has NOT held talks with Zinedine Zidane about Gareth Bale

Daily Mail  

Wales boss Ryan Giggs has not held talks with Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane over Gareth Bale's future due to concerns that the conversation would be lost in translation. Bale featured in 100 minutes of game time over the course of Madrid's final dozen games this season, with the 31-year-old's relationship with coach Zidane very frosty. Ryan Giggs has revealed …

Former Real Madrid chief expects club to send Bale out on loan - Football News
4 years, 5 months ago

Former Real Madrid chief expects club to send Bale out on loan - Football News

The Hindu  

Real Madrid may consider sending Welsh forward Gareth Bale out on loan and pay part of his salary to end the agony for both the player and the club amid their rift, the Spanish team's former president Ramon Calderon said. Real manager Zinedine Zidane said that Bale, who reportedly earns 600,000 pounds a week, chose not to travel to its …

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