Tottenham have held talks over a shock deal for Real Madrid and Wales forward Gareth Bale, 30.

Tottenham are working on a permanent deal that would see Wales forward Gareth Bale, 30, return to the club from Real Madrid before this week's transfer deadline.

Real Madrid are willing to offer Wales winger Gareth Bale, 30, in return for Manchester United's France midfielder Paul Pogba, 26

Manchester United are closing in on signing Real Madrid and Wales forward Gareth Bale, 30, in the January transfer window - and will allow France midfielder Paul Pogba, 26, to move in the opposite direction as part of the deal

Real Madrid are preparing to offer Wales forward Gareth Bale, 30, plus £70m in exchange for Manchester City and England forward Raheem Sterling