Gareth Bale before moving to second division side Cardiff City

Gareth Bale’s contract at Real Madrid has expired. In order to be fit for the World Cup with Wales, the winger is looking for a new club – and could sign up in his hometown.

Gareth Bale is considering a move to his hometown. A spokesman for the 32-year-old confirmed negotiations with the second division Cardiff City to the BBC. The once most expensive player in the world is currently weighing the advantages and disadvantages of a transfer to the capital of Wales with a view to the World Cup in Qatar, it said. Cardiff was only 18th in the Championship last season.

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