Barcelona are ready to test Tottenham's resolve with a firm offer for winger Gareth Bale. The Daily Mail says the Spanish giants sent chief scout Albert Valentine to see the Wales international star in Tottenham's 3-1 win at Fulham on Sunday.

And reports in Spain say manager Pep Guardiola is now considering a firm offer for the winger.

Bale is under contract at White Hart Lane until 2015 after penning a new deal in March.

But the north London club's resolve is likely to be tested if the European champions submit a firm offer.