QPR boss Harry Redknapp says Tottenham star Gareth Bale can handle a move to Real Madrid.

Former Spurs boss Redknapp believes the winger would shine in the Spanish capital.

"He is behind Messi and Ronaldo in terms of being the best player in the world," said Redknapp, who coached Bale for four years.

"He is at a good club but the opportunity to play for Real Madrid does not come along too often. He has probably dreamt about that since he was a little boy.

"It seems they have offered fantastic money so it could happen, but I don't know. I wouldn't be sure.

"If he goes there, he will be a great success there. I am sure of that."