Pep Guardiola set to issue Gareth Bale invite after Tottenham hero announces retirement | Football | Sport
“To show my gratitude to all of those that have played their part along this journey, feels like an impossibility. I feel indebted to many people for helping to change my life and shape my career in a way I couldn’t have ever dreamed of when I first started out at 9 years old.
“To my previous clubs, Southampton, Tottenham, Real Madrid and finally LAFC. All of my previous managers and coaches, back room staff, team mates, all the dedicated fans, my agents, my amazing friends and family, the impact you have had is immeasurable.”
Bale had often been ridiculed at Real Madrid towards the end of his time at the Spanish club, as he frequented the golf course on several occasions despite being unfit to play for the giants, owing to his injury concerns. However, Guardiola believes that the Welshman can now spend as much time as he would like perfecting his swing, and could be set to join him.
