Exclusive: Gareth Bale Reveals Manchester United's Higher Bid in 2013 Transfer Saga
Gareth Bale has revealed that Manchester United made a higher bid than Real Madrid to sign him in 2013 before his record-breaking transfer to the Spanish club. The former Tottenham attacker, who moved for £85 million, was a highly sought-after player after a successful season with Spurs. Bale, who signed a six-year contract with Real Madrid, shared details about United's interest in him during a podcast interview.
During the Stick to Football podcast, Bale disclosed that both Manchester United and Real Madrid were interested in signing him. He confirmed that United had submitted a higher bid than Madrid but ultimately chose to join the Spanish giants. Bale mentioned that he had discussions with David Moyes, the then-manager of United, but his heart was set on a move to Madrid. He also mentioned a "gentleman's agreement" with Daniel Levy, Tottenham's chairman, which allowed him to consider offers from clubs outside of England.
Bale's decision to join Real Madrid over Manchester United was influenced by his desire to play for the Spanish club. Despite United's interest and a higher bid, Bale had already set his sights on a move to Madrid. The agreement with Daniel Levy gave him the flexibility to explore options outside of the Premier League, ultimately leading to his transfer to Real Madrid for a record fee.
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