Bale confirms Real’s departure
Gareth Bale has confirmed that he will leave Real Madrid at the end of his contract this summer after nine years full of trophies with the Spanish giants.
In a touching open letter posted to Twitter on Wednesday morning, the 32-year-old Wales superstar said: “I am writing this message to thank all my teammates, past and present, my managers, the backyard staff and the fans who supported me. I arrived here 9 years ago when I was young and wanted to make my dream of playing for Real Madrid come true.
“Wearing the pristine white shirt, wearing the shield on your chest, playing at the Santiago Bernabeu, winning titles and being part of what is so famous, winning the Champions League. Now I can look back, reflect. And say honestly that this dream it came true and much, much more.
“Being part of the history of this club and achieving what we achieved when he was a Real Madrid player has been an incredible experience that I will never forget. I also want to thank President Florentino Pérez, José Ángel Sánchez and give me the opportunity to play for this club.
“Together we have been able to create moments that will live forever in the history of this club and football. It has been an honor. Thank you! HALA MADRID! Gareth Bale.”
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