Gareth Bale Tables £40 Million Bid to Buy Cardiff City

Former Real Madrid and Wales star Gareth Bale has made a stunning move to acquire his hometown football club, Cardiff City, with a reported £40 million bid.

Sources close to the situation confirm that Bale, 35, who retired from professional football in 2023, is looking to step into club ownership as part of a long-term plan to invest in Welsh football and support grassroots development. The bid is currently under review by Cardiff City’s board and principal owner Vincent Tan.

Bale, born in Cardiff, has never played for the club professionally but has often spoken about his connection to the city and his desire to contribute to Welsh football post-retirement.If successful, the takeover could mark a new era for the Bluebirds, who currently compete in the EFL Championship.

Bale is reportedly keen to introduce modern footballing infrastructure, elevate academy development, and restore the club’s Premier League ambitions.