Real spark Bale time

originally outbid Real Madrid when Tottenham decided to sell – only for the player to opt for a move to the Spanish giants.

Now United will be favourites to land him although goalkeeper David de Gea, a long-term Real Madrid target, will be mentioned in any transfer discussions.

United are loathe to part with their outstanding stopper.

Chelsea have also in the past shown their hand over Bale while Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is a confirmed admirer of the former White Hart Lane star.