Wales skipper Bale in talks with Cardiff over potential move

Image: PA Image: PA GARETH BALE’S REPRESENTATIVES said on Wednesday they have held talks with Cardiff over a potential move to the Championship club after the Wales captain’s departure from Real Madrid.

The 32-year-old forward, once the world’s most expensive player, is reported to be considering the pros and cons of joining the Bluebirds before playing for Wales at the World Cup in Qatar in November.His representatives confirmed to BBC Sport Wales that they are in negotiations with Cardiff chairman Mehmet Dalman.

But he fuelled speculation that he might prefer Cardiff by saying the level of football he plays before the World Cup will not be a determining factor. “I need time to think what’s the best move for me, my family, my kids, and hopefully we’ll sort that over the summer. I have options.”Rugby Analysis Get Murray Kinsella's match analysis and Garry Doyle's updates from New Zealand exclusive to membersBale, who has family in Cardiff, earned around £600,000 per week at Real and would have to take a significant wage cut to sign for Steve Morison’s side.

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