It has been reported by the Spanish publication that the former Tottenham Hotspur winger is “being talked about as a priority” for the prospective new owners of Newcastle.
The report has added that the Magpies are also looking at appointing former Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino as their new first-team boss once the takeover goes through.
According to The Daily Star, the takeover of Newcastle will be announced soon, with The Times reporting that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) will own 80% of the club.
Stats
According to WhoScored, Bale has made 11 starts and three substitute appearances in La Liga for Newcastle so far this season, scoring two goals and providing two assists in the process.
The Wales international winger has also played 117 minutes in the Champions League for Zinedine Zidane’s side so far this campaign, according to WhoScored.
Football in England and Spain is suspended at the moment, and it remains to be seen when the summer transfer window opens.
Praise from Rafael Benitez
Former Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez worked with Bale when he was in charge of Spanish and European giants Madrid, and the Spaniard spoke highly of the 30-year-old Wales international winger.
Back in February, 2016, Goal.com quotes Benitez as saying about Bale: “Obviously, he’s a very good player now. But in a couple of years if he carries on, I don’t see any reason why he could not be regarded as the best.”
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