Former Tottenham star Darren Anderton is excited by the prospect of Gareth Bale's return from Real Madrid.

Bale is believed to be closing in on a sensational loan return to White Hart Lane, seven years after he left for the La Liga giants.

"To come back to somewhere where you are loved really does make sense," he said. "It has to be great for all parties and after watching the game on Sunday oh boy do Spurs need it, someone who can go and win a game with a bit of magic and creativity and flair.

"He has a great mentality, he carried the Wales team, he carried the Tottenham team when he was here, winning games on his own. He is exactly what Spurs need. This is one that everyone is very excited about.

"He has still got that speed and once he gets going you can't catch him. He scores goals, makes goals, he does it all. Is he going to be the same player that left, we certainly hope so."