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José Mourinho has sanctioned Tottenham’s attempt to re-sign Gareth Bale, despite being warned by former Real Madrid partners that the 31-year-old will struggle to live up to expectations in the Premier League, sources told ESPN.
As ESPN reported on Tuesday, Spurs have overtaken Manchester United in the race to sign Bale, who has been told he can leave Madrid, either on loan or for a transfer of £ 18 million, after losing the favor of coach Zinedine Zidane. .
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United have expressed interest in the Wales international, but any move by Bale depends on the outcome of his search for Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, who remains at a standstill.
With the Spurs being able to offer Bale the certainty of a move and the opportunity to play first-team football, the player now favors a return to the club that left Madrid in a £ 85.3 million deal in August 2013 and the conversations began earlier this week. to reach an agreement.
Spurs manager Mourinho, who tried to sign Bale during his two and a half years at United, fully supports the decision of the four-time Champions League winner, believing he can provide the attacking quality needed to alleviate the Harry Kane’s goal charge.
But having forged strong relationships with key personnel during his time as Madrid coach between 2010 and 2013, Mourinho has spoken with former club teammates to find out why Bale has lost Zidane’s favor.
Sources have told ESPN that Mourinho has been urged to proceed with caution with Bale, who has been concerned about injuries in recent seasons. But despite the negative comments, the Spurs manager believes the player can be revitalized with a return to North London.
Given that United cannot offer Bale a quick transfer to Old Trafford, Spurs could move fast enough to secure a deal in time for Bale to join the squad for Sunday’s league clash against former club Southampton.
