The Gareth Bale soap opera is about to come to an end. The Welsh footballer will be released on June 30th after ending a period with more shadows than lights at Real Madrid, where he has spent no less than eight seasons.
The qualification of Wales for the next World Cup in Qatar in November closed all rumors about a possible retirement this year. He himself confirmed it on the pitch after his team's victory over Ukraine.
After this, many teams have been knocking on the door of Bale and his agent to sign him. From Getafe to a dream of playing for Cardiff City, his hometown, through Premier League teams like Newcastle, Aston Villa or Nottingham Forest.
However, the key was once again in the United States. Destination chosen by many players who are already living their last years in the elite level and who want to enjoy a good stay, less sporting level and a good salary.
As reported by journalist Tom Bogert, Bale has reached an agreement with Los Angeles FC until June 2023. The winger will arrive for free and will thus join well-known players such as Chiellini or Carlos Vela.
In addition, Fabrizio Romano was in charge of pointing out that there is an option of one more year on the table and also confirming that neither Getafe nor Cardiff City had real options to sign him. The official announcement could be made soon.
At 33 years of age, Bale will start a new journey after 258 games and scoring a total of 106 goals in the 'Merengue' jersey. Only time will tell if the 'Cardiff Express' continues to enjoy the quality, speed and power that dazzled the world or if he is in the final stretch, this time for real, of his sporting career.
June 25, 2022