Gareth Bale has completed his move to Los Angeles FC, the MLS side has confirmed. The Wales captain, who has been on loan at Tottenham Hotspur this season, has signed a two-year deal with the club.
Bale, 31, leaves Real Madrid after seven years at the Santiago Bernabeu, during which he won four Champions League titles and one La Liga crown.
He featured sparingly for Madrid this season, making just 16 appearances in all competitions, and was left out of the squad entirely for the Champions League last-16 tie against Manchester City.
Bale’s move to LAFC reunites him with Bob Bradley, the man who gave him his professional debut at Swansea City.
“We are pleased to announce the signing of Gareth Bale,” said LAFC president and co-owner Tom Penn in a statement.
“Gareth is a world-class player, and his signing represents another significant step in building our club. We are excited to add someone of his quality to our growing roster and look forward to seeing him contribute to our success.”
Bale added: “I’m very excited about joining LAFC. I’ve always enjoyed playing in the US and am looking forward to representing this elite club.
“I’m looking forward to working with Bob Bradley again and to playing for an organisation that has such passionate supporters.”
Bale will occupy a designated player spot on LAFC’s roster and is the club’s third major signing of the offseason, following the additions of Mexican star Carlos Vela and Uruguayan defender Diego Rossi.
He joins a team that finished third in the Western Conference last season and lost to eventual MLS Cup champions Seattle Sounders in the conference semi-finals.
Gareth Frank Bale Personal information
Gareth Frank Bale (born 16 July 1989) is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a winger for Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur and the Wales national team.
Bale began his professional career at Southampton, playing at left-back and earning acclaim as a free kick specialist. He moved to Tottenham in 2007, where he was converted into a wing-back. In his first season at Tottenham, Bale was named PFA Players’ Player of the Year and PFA Young Player of the Year. During the 2010–11 season, his 31 goals made him the highest scoring Welsh player in a single season.
Bale scored his first international goal in a friendly against Trinidad and Tobago in 2006. He has since represented Wales at UEFA Euro 2016 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup. With Wales, he has reached the semi-finals of the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.
What is Gareth Bale’s contract with Los Angeles FC?
Gareth Bale has signed a two–year contract with Los Angeles FC worth a reported $20 million. The Welshman will join the MLS side in January 2021 after his contract with Spanish giants, Real Madrid, expires. Bale has been a fringe player at Madrid since returning from a loan spell at Tottenham Hotspur in 2019 and was left out of the club‘s Champions League squad this season. The 31–year–old will hope to revive his career in LA and will be the highest–paid player in MLS next season.
How many trophies has Gareth Bale won in Real Madrid?
Gareth Bale has won four trophies at Real Madrid: the UEFA Champions League, the FIFA Club World Cup, the Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa de España.
Who will Gareth Bale play for in the 2022 World Cup?
There is much speculation surrounding Gareth Bale and his future in football. The Welshman has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid for some time now, and it is unclear where he will play his football come the 2022 World Cup. However, if he is still with Real Madrid, it is likely that he will represent them at the tournament.
Is Gareth Bale struggling to compete with big American advertisers?
In recent years, Gareth Bale has been one of the most marketable athletes in the world. He has had endorsement deals with some of the biggest names in the business, including Adidas, Nike, and Under Armour. However, it seems like Bale is struggling to keep up with the big American advertisers.
Bale has been dealing with injuries for the past few years, which has limited his playing time and his ability to generate income from endorsements. In addition, the rise of social media has made it easier for smaller brands to reach a wider audience. As a result, Bale has been losing out on some big endorsement deals with athletes who are more active on social media.
Despite all of this, Bale still has a strong following in the United Kingdom and he remains one of the most popular athletes in the world. However, it will be interesting to see how he adapts to the changing landscape of the endorsement world in the years to come.
Conclusion
After an illustrious career with Real Madrid, Gareth Bale has finally made his move to Los Angeles FC. The Welshman has been a key player for Madrid, winning four Champions League titles with the club. However, he has struggled with injuries in recent years and could not replicate his previous form. This has led to him being surplus to requirements at Madrid and he has now been released by the club.
This is a sad end to Bale’s time in Madrid, but it is the right decision for both parties. Bale will now get a fresh start with LAFC and will hope to recapture his best form. Madrid, meanwhile, will offload his high wages and use that money to reinvest in the squad.
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