Real Madrid Transfer News: Luka Modric and Gareth Bale – Luka Modric has officially signed a new contract with Real Madrid as the Croatian superstar is set to extend his stay for the Los Blancos. On the other hand, Welsh Superstar Gareth Bale who has been a great servant for the Madrid Whites has been offered to Getafe. The stories of the two former Tottenham Hotspur players in Real Madrid have been contrastingly different from one another. Follow the latest Football transfer news only on InsideSport.IN
Real Madrid EXTENDS contract with Luka Modric, Croatian to play until 2023
Gareth Bale and Wales beat Ukraine 1-0 to reach World Cup for the first time in 64 years
Real Madrid Transfer News: A Season of Contrasts at Madrid, Luka Modric earns a contract extension while Gareth Bale is offered to Getafe – Check out Why?
Florentino Pérez 👕 @lukamodric10 #RealMadrid | #Modrić2023 pic.twitter.com/f6jc8FA9GB
— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) June 8, 2022
Real Madrid Transfer News: A Season of Contrasts at Real Madrid
The Spanish giants extended the contract of their midfield maestro. The official statement from Real Madrid read, “Real Madrid C. F. and Luka Modrić have reached an agreement to extend the player’s contract until 30 June 2023.”
On the other hand, Superstar Gareth Bale who is currently a free agent is on the hunt for his next destination after sending his beloved Wales to the FIFA 2022 World Cup after a span of 64 years. As per reports from The Athletic, the Welsh forward was offered to Spanish club Getafe.
Getafe president Torres reveals: “We spoke to Gareth Bale’s agent just 45 minutes ago, they offered him to us”, tells @afernan9. 🏴 #transfers
“We will consider and study this possibility”, he added.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 8, 2022
Gareth Bale and Luka Modric’s All time Real Madrid Stats
| Luka Modric | Real Madrid | Matches: 436 | Goals: 31 | Assists: 73 |
| Gareth Bale | Real Madrid | Matches: 258 | Goals: 106 | Assists: 67 |
The former teammates at English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspurs had a similar journey to the Madrid Giants. The duo was star performers in the London whites before they were scouted by Real Madrid. Modric moved to Madrid in 2012 while a year later Gareth Bale made his transfer, the then highest priced move.
Modric took time to settle into the Madrid midfield while Bale on his arrival made an immediate impact as he became an important member of the iconic BBC (Bale-Benzema-Cristiano). From here began a different journey for the two players. Modric improved and showcased his mettle, and with time went on to become one of the best midfielders of the generation.
Real Madrid Transfer News: Gareth Bale is offered to Getafe – Reports
Gareth Bale continued his fiery form and helped his side win multiple UEFA Champions Leagues until things started to turn sour for him. Following an injury-plagued season, he started falling out with his then-manager Zinedine Zidane and Carlo Ancelotti. After which his coordination and chemistry with his teammates took a new low as he went on to sit on the bench for many games.
Modric went on to have an exceptional 2018 World Cup, followed by his winning the prestigious Ballon D’or while Bale who shone brightly after arriving for the Lod Blancos died out as time progressed. It remains to be seen where the Welsh International takes on his next adventure.
Real Madrid Transfer News: A Season of Contrasts at Madrid, Luka Modric earns a contract extension while Gareth Bale is offered to Getafe – Check out Why?
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