Real Madrid are reportedly set to stick with Gareth Bale for the time being despite his ongoing injury problems and rumours linking him with Manchester United.
According to Marca's Jose Felix Diaz, the Spanish giants "won't abandon" the winger, whom they believe needs protecting "now more than ever." It's said "any decision about his Real Madrid future will be taken next summer, rather than in the heat of a frustrating moment."
Bale has been absent since September, and his latest setback could extend that to December because of a muscle injury to his left leg.