Real Madrid ace Gareth Bale is expected to resist a return to the Premier League this summer.

The London Evening Standard says Bale is determined to stay at Real Madrid despite the prospect of a world-record summer bid from Manchester United.

It is understood that United have the funds to make a £100million offer for Bale - eclipsing the mark set when the 25-year-old moved to Madrid from Tottenham for £86m two years ago.

However, it is believed Bale's desire to remain in Spain is as strong as ever and he is not pushing to return to the Premier League.