Real Madrid to use Bale to beat Manchester United for Pochettino deal

Real Madrid are ready to use Gareth Bale as a bargaining chip in talks with Tottenham for manager Mauricio Pochettino, according to the Daily Star. Spurs want £45million at least in compensation for Pochettino, who is also a top target for Manchester United. Sources close to Real suggest they will give Spurs the first option to buy back the Wales international on the cheap – if it paves the way to lure Pochettino to Madrid.

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