Bale baffled by Conte decision, urges Tottenham Hotspur boss to play ‘fantastic’ defender
“He’s [not] had the opportunity to play a consistent run of games for Tottenham, I think if he did he’d be fantastic.”
Gareth Bale
Wales boss Rob Page advises Gareth Bale on next move after departing Real Madrid
“If he is not able to train like that in the week, the manager at his respective club might not want to select him.”
Rangers backed by club legend to make surprise free transfer move for Wales hero Bale
“He’d play every week up here and he’d definitely do a job at Rangers.”
Wales, golf and…where next? Gareth Bale might not even need a new club
Gareth Bale stepped up when necessary to help send Wales to a first World Cup in 64 years, but his future in the club game remains unclear.
First test of new Manchester United is resisting urge to sign Gareth Bale
You absolutely know that Manchester United will be tempted by Gareth Bale. That and more in the Mailbox.
Bale reflects on ‘crazy journey’ as Wales reach first World Cup finals since 1958
“It’s been a crazy journey from where we were to qualify for two European Championships and a World Cup.”
Boos and brilliance: Gareth Bale leaves Real Madrid with a confusing legacy
Even after a far more fitting farewell, Gareth Bale leaves a curious legacy at Real Madrid. Both parties were satisfied with and by the end.
Real Madrid legend Bale ‘proud’ and ‘humbled’ after being awarded MBE by the Queen
The Wales forward was recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours along with fellow footballers including Rio Ferdinand and James Milner.
Bale thanks Real Madrid for making his ‘dream a reality’ as he sends farewell message to fans
The Wales captain became the first British player to win the Champions League five times…
Page praises Real Madrid supporters for ‘showing class’ to Wales star Bale before exit
“Not many players can say they’ve done that, so credit to him. He deserves all the plaudits, absolutely.”
Sheringham cools talk of Tottenham comeback for ex-player – ‘he would not play regularly’
“I’d just love to see him playing football again on a regular basis. I don’t think he would play regularly at Spurs.”
Gossip: Pogba deal sparks Manchester United mutiny
Paul Pogba contract whiff has to compete with Chelsea’s heroic failure for back-page space…
Real boss Ancelotti ‘not bothered’ by Bale boos on Bernabeu return
Bale was booed by some Real Madrid fans after making his first home appearance in 654 days…
‘I would take him’ – Seaman urges Arsenal to sign ‘quality’ ex-Spurs star
“I would take him, I would take him all day long. He’s a quality player, there’s no doubt about that.”
Gareth Bale discovers that hell hath no fury like a Madridista scorned
Gareth Bale has hit back at the Spanish newspaper Marca over their comments about him, and their response hasn’t exactly been dignified.
Pundits react as ‘greatest British’ talent claim made about Bale
“We haven’t spoken to anybody and it will be a decision he makes at some time in June.”
Peak Gareth Bale plays football like it’s a wide-screen movie
Gareth Bale is the man of the moment and John Nicholson has a lot of love for him…
‘He’s incredible’ – Newcastle told to sign ‘superstar’ Bale from Real Madrid
“That’s a superstar signing they are looking for. I think they (Newcastle fans) would be happy with it.”
Gareth Bale makes an international talisman XI in Mailbox
The World Cup play-offs and Gareth Bale have woken up the Mailbox as we make it through the interlull.
Bale releases 265-word statement responding to ‘slanderous journalist’
“We all know who the real parasite is!”
‘It’s disgusting’ – Bale ‘not fussed’ about backlash as Wales triumph
“It’s a waste of my time. It’s disgusting. They should be ashamed of themselves. I am not fussed.”
Genius of Bale gets Wales halfway to the World Cup
Gareth Bale fired two heavenly goals to send Wales to a World Cup play-off final. It was wonderful.
Wales 2-1 Austria: Bale stars as Dragons stay in contention for World Cup
Gareth Bale scored a sensational brace as Wales got the better of Austria…
Ex-Tottenham star Bale labelled ‘the Welsh parasite’ by Spanish press
“His nature led him to suck blood without giving anything. More than blood, he sucked, and sucks, the club’s euros.”
Rivaldo wants to see Gareth Bale at Newcastle next season
Rivaldo wants Gareth Bale back in the Premier League next season
Real star ‘reached agreement’ to sign for Spurs ‘three months ago’
The forward has made only three appearances for Real Madrid this term…
Villa new boy tops 15 most expensive loan players in history
More than £800m worth of players who went on to be lent out by their buyers. Twice now for Coutinho.
Bale to ‘ponder’ retirement if Wales fail to reach World Cup finals – report
“If they do not get there, the attacker will ponder whether to continue playing or bring his career to a close.”
Walcott compares Southampton star with Gareth Bale
Bale began his professional career as a full-back for Southampton.
Bale will not start against Belgium, confirms Wales boss Page
“He has not played for a couple of months and to throw him in was a big ask from a physical point of view.”