By Benson Petit-Clair
The double PFA player of the year – Gareth Bale will finally move to Real Madrid after several months of speculation. Both Real Madrid and Tottenham announced on Sunday the transfer of Bale from the White Hart Lane to Los Merengues. The two clubs agreed on a record breaking transfer fee for the star midfielder.
The 24 year old Welsh player will be presented by Real Madrid on Monday after undergoing a medical examination.
On sunday afternoon, the following statement from Bale appeared on Tottenham’s website.
“I would like to thank everyone at the Club, the Chairman, Board, staff, coaches and players – and most of all the fantastic fans who I hope will understand this amazing career opportunity.
“I am not sure there is ever a good time to leave a club where I felt settled and was playing the best football of my career to date. I know many players talk of their desire to join the club of their boyhood dreams, but I can honestly say, this is my dream come true.
“I am well aware that I would not be at the level I am today were it not for firstly Southampton and then Spurs standing by me during some of the tougher times and affording me the environment and support they have.
“Tottenham will always be in my heart and I’m sure that this season will be a successful one for them. I am now looking forward to the next exciting chapter in my life, playing football for Real Madrid.”
Tottenham will receive about 100 million euros for Gareth Bale from Real Madrid.
Bale scored 55 goals in 203 appearances for Tottenham.
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