Gareth Bale

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Gifted left-back joined Tottenham in June 2007 to add to a growing squad of talented young British players at White Hart Lane. Born in Cardiff, he trained with Southampton's satellite club Bath before joining Saints and making his debut in April 2006. In December 2006 he won the Carwyn James Award for the BBC Wales Young Sports Personality of the Year. Made his full international debut for Wales in May 2006 and is capable of playing at full-back or in a more advanced role on the wing.

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Manager Harry Redknapp was disappointed after Tottenham Hotspur ended a fine season on a low note with a 4-2 defeat at relegated Burnley. Spurs roared into a two-goal lead at Turf Moor through Gareth Bale and Luka Modric, but then collapsed as the Clarets signed off from the top-flight with a spirited display in front of their own fans. Redknapp said: "I'm bitterly disappointed. At 2-0 it... [more»]

Gareth Bale has committed his long-term future to Tottenham Hotspur after agreeing a new four-year contract at White Hart Lane. Bale, 20, has been one of the consistent performers in a side that has secured Champions League football for next season this term. The 20-year-old Wales international has overcome a slow start to life at White Hart Lane following his arrival from Southampton in 2007... [more»]

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has played down rumours linking star man Gareth Bale with a transfer away from the White Hart Lane club. Bale, who has hit top gear in recent weeks, has notched in back-to-back 2-1 successes over Arsenal and Chelsea and with Manchester United up next on Saturday afternoon, he is expected to feature heavily as Spurs look to keep their top-four charge... [more»]

Tottenham Hotspur left-back Gareth Bale is determined to try and secure a regular run in the first team at White Hart Lane, having been forced to play a back-up role in recent times. The 20-year-old Wales international has started just four games this season, none of which have been in the Premier League, with Benoit Assou-Ekotto manager Harry Redknapp's first choice. Bale was handed a rare... [more»]

Tottenham have confirmed that Gareth Bale has been forced to undergo surgery to his left knee. The 19-year-old former Southampton defender is expected to be sidelined with the injury until the end of July. Bale was forced to drop out of the Wales squad earlier this week as John Toshack's team prepare for Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan in Baku. He has featured in 42 matches... [more»]