Gareth Bale’s transfer to Real Madrid during the last transfer window has been the subject of speculation regarding its exact amount. While initially reported at 91 million euros, some rumors suggest it could be as high as 100 million euros, potentially making it the most expensive transfer in history. Both Zinedine Zidane and Barcelona president Sandro Rosell expressed skepticism about the record-breaking figure, with Zidane stating on Canal+, “Today I tend to say that a player is not worth that.”
Zidane highlighted the negotiation aspect of transfers, emphasizing that two clubs agree on a price, and no one is forced into anything. Rosell, who had recently paid 57 million euros for Neymar, stated, “I wouldn’t have spent 100 million on Bale, but if they do it, it’s because their people allow them.”
The high transfer fee puts immense pressure on Bale to perform on the field and meet the expectations of supporters. Winning championships, the Champions League, the Copa del Rey, and performing well in the clasicos are seen as the challenges ahead for the Welsh player.
