Wales is the priority: Bale leaves Madrid, World Cup main focus
Gareth Bale's time at Real Madrid will soon be over. His agent spoke about what's next for the Welsh star, and when he'll be deciding his next step
Gareth Bale's time at Real Madrid has never been an easy one. His performances on the pitch have at times silenced critics, but never quite banished them away.
Almost from the get go, the Welsh star has had to endure criticism over his enjoyment of golf, his performances with the Welsh National Team and even is dislike for team dinners. For him, his spell at los merengues has always been like being behind a glass cell, able to be closer or further from the fans and the club, but never quite able to connect.
This will soon be over. His agent, Jonathan Barnett, spoke with newspaper Récord and confirmed what was an open secret, Bale is leaving Real Madrid. His next destination, however, remains unknown. "Gareth is leaving Real Madrid, but we have to wait for what Wales do. It all depends on whether his national team qualifies for the World Cup, then we will make a decision, which may vary if Wales go to the World Cup or not", said Barnett.
Regardless of the off-the-pitch controversy that has followed the Welshman at the Spanish capital, from a purely footballing standpoint his tenure at los blancos has been fantastic. Bale played 258 matches for Real Madrid, scoring 106 goals, won three LaLiga, a Copa del Rey and four Champions League medals.
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