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'When his condition is good, he can do things like today': Jose Mourinho heaps praise on Gareth Bale after his brace against Burnley and admits Spurs 'need his talent' following slow start to his second spell in London

Jose Mourinho has admitted Tottenham 'need' Gareth Bale after hailing the striker's impressive performance against Burnley.

The Spurs manager said he was 'very happy' with Bale's contribution after he handed the Welshman his third Premier League start of the season.

Mourinho says he was not only impressed by the fact Bale scored two goals and provided an assist, but by his 'change of speed' and threatening 'runs inside'.

Jose Mourinho has admitted Tottenham 'need' Gareth Bale's talent to succeed this season

'I am very happy for him, very happy for the team because the team needs his talent,' he told Sky Sports.