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Manchester United 'revive interest in Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale'

By Barney Corkhill, Editor | 07 September 2020

Manchester United 'revive interest in Gareth Bale'

Manchester United reportedly rekindle their interest in Gareth Bale, who recently hinted that he would be open to leaving Real Madrid this summer.

Manchester United have reportedly rekindled their interest in Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale.

The 31-year-old hinted last week that he would be open to leaving the Spanish champions and that he was close to doing so last summer, only for the club to make it "very difficult" for him to move away.

Manager Zinedine Zidane does not consider Bale part of his first-team plans for the upcoming season, though, and Madrid are understood to be willing to listen to offers for him now.

Manchester United have regularly been linked with the Wales international in the past, and Marca reports that they have now revived their interest ahead of a possible switch this summer.

United are known to be in the market for a new winger and still regard Jadon Sancho as their top target, but talks with Borussia Dortmund have reached an impasse due to the asking price.

Bale's wages could also be a stumbling block in any negotiations for a move away from the Bernabeu, though, with those thought to have priced Tottenham Hotspur out of a potential bid for their former player.

Bale started just 12 La Liga games last season, scoring two goals as Madrid regained the title.