Spurs denied an £86million deal had already been agreed with Real and even raised the prospect of the move collapsing completely because of a rival bid.
It was unclear on Monday from where such an offer would have emerged, with Paris St Germain – and possibly Manchester United – the only clubs linked to the player with the funds to compete with Real’s bid. However, United quickly distanced themselves from any suggestion they were trying to hijack the deal.
News of a tug-of-war for Bale’s services would arguably benefit Spurs as they and Real put the finishing touches to the transfer of the 24-year-old, who is still expected to be formally unveiled at the Bernabéu on Tuesday despite returning home from Spain on Monday after spending the weekend there.
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is renowned for driving a hard bargain, especially when he feels he has little choice but to sell a player he wants to keep.
Levy is still planning to strengthen his squad after Brazilian Willian snubbed Tottenham in favour of Chelsea, who have previously beaten their London rivals to Eden Hazard and Oscar.
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