Tottenham hero Gareth Bale involved in shock talks for takeover of English club
Tottenham hero Gareth Bale looks set to take on a new role in English football.
Bale has maintained close relations with Tottenham since his retirement in 2023, occasionally featuring on various media platforms surrounding the North London club.
The Lilywhites hold their former winger in high regard after the 35-year-old spent seven years in North London over two spells.
He was the superstar of the team that propelled Tottenham into a regular UEFA Champions League outfit, with his performances against Inter Milan in particular remaining ingrained in the fans’ memory.
Since he hung up his boots, Bale has dedicated himself to golf, but now looks ready to step back into football following recent developments.
Bale in talks to front US takeover of Plymouth Argyle
Tottenham fans have been celebrating Bale’s increasing presence in the media, with the Welshman recently defending the Londoners and taking a dig at Manchester United while covering the UEFA Europa League final.
The Spurs faithful were perhaps hoping that Daniel Levy might even present the heralded Welshman with an official role, given his global status.
However, as reported by The Telegraph (16 June), Bale is set to front a US-based private equity group’s potential takeover of Plymouth Argyle.
It comes as a surprise, as Bale has no historic connections with Plymouth, but US groups are increasingly looking to partner with famous faces to add interest in club purchases below the Premier League.
It follows the trend of US investment in British football, with Wrexham’s success proving it can be a lucrative venture even in the lower leagues.
Argyle chairman Simon Hallett has been looking to increase funds for the seaside club, and the need for this has been heightened by Plymouth’s recent relegation to League One, with talks taking place behind the scenes between Argyle and the investment group, which also includes members of the American-based Storch family.
Tottenham’s future ownership remains unclear
Levy is one of the decreasing number of British chairmen in the English league, and it remains unclear whether Tottenham would be open to foreign investment in the coming years.
A deal for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium’s naming rights is yet to materialise, while ENIC are rumoured to be looking for new partners.
At 63 years old, Levy may also be approaching his retirement, leaving Tottenham’s future ownership structure unclear.