Real Madrid have drawn 0-0 with Villarreal in La Liga on Saturday, asGareth Bale made his first appearance in over six months,strikingthe crossbar. The last time the 32-year-old winger featuredfor Los Blancos wasin the victoryagainst Real Betis on August 28, 2021. Bale has made just three La Liga appearances so far this season, scoring one goal.
The Welshman has struggled with injuries in recent years, which has severely limited his time, affected his form and performance. The previous 2020-21 season, he spent on loan at Tottenham, appearing20 times in the Premier Leagueand scoring11 goals. However, the Spurs eventually opted not to open talks for apermanent moveor extend his loan for another year.
After returning to Madrid again, he confirmed that it had always beenhis plan, arguing that the main reason for his return to England was to prepare for last year’sEuropean Championship. However, Wales are hoping to be at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar this November and with just three games played this season, the Cymry captainwould prefer to be fit for the tournament.
Bale set for Tottenham comeback asfree agent insummer
As a result, Gareth Bale has reportedly signed a preliminary contract withTottenham for his second return inthe summer.The Welshman spent last season on loan at Spurs before returning to the Santiago Bernabeu. However, his contract with the Madrid giantsexpires this summer, and reports suggest that he is set for his third stint in North London.
Various media around the world, including Catalan publication El Nacional, Italian outletTuttoMercatoWeb, and English tabloid Daily Mail to name a few, say thatthe Premier League team and the Whites had agreed a deal three months ago. However, the 32-year-oldhas remained in La Ligaduring the January transfer window in order to continue receiving his mammoth salaryuntil the conclusion of his contract.
Another reason, as per the reports, is that Baleis set to receive a bonus upon signing thecontract with the Londoners due to the fact that it will be a free transfer. Tottenham areexpected to be the veteran’s finalclub of his playing career, after reports that he may hang up his boots once his Real Madrid contract concludes.