Tottenham star Gareth Bale could sign for Real Madrid BEFORE the derby with Atletico Madrid. The Telegraph says Bale is on the verge of becoming the most expensive player in football history with a £93?million move to Real Madrid expected to be completed over the weekend.
Spurs chairman Daniel Levy has been locked in advanced discussions with Real Madrid for two days and a deal to take Bale to the Bernabéu is reaching a conclusion in what will be a straight cash agreement with no other players involved.
Spurs had attempted to persuade Real to part with players, including left-back Fabio Coentrao, but that arrangement has proven too complicated.
Real remain hopeful of announcing the signing before the home game against Atletico Madrid on Sunday in an attempt to maximise the global television audience and sources close to the deal are claiming today will be crucial.
