Harry rejects Bale Barca talk

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has rejected reports that Barcelona have agreed a fee for Gareth Bale.

Spurs boss expects wing wizard to stay put at White Hart Lane

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has rejected reports that Barcelona have agreed a fee for Gareth Bale. Spanish newspaper Marca on Friday morning suggested that Spurs had sanctioned Bale's departure to Camp Nou for a fee of 40million euros (£32million). Bale admitted last month that he would not be able to turn down a move to the Catalan giants and Barca defender Dani Alves said in a recent interview that the Welshman would fit in well with their squad. However, Redknapp insists the 22-year-old will not be leaving White Hart Lane this summer.

Not a chance

"I don't know anything about [the story linking Bale with Barcelona]," insisted Redknapp. "I wouldn't think there is the slightest bit of truth in that. "Not a chance, I wouldn't have thought." Wales international Bale shot to prominence with a series of stunning displays in the UEFA Champions League last season and has caught the eye again for Spurs this term.