Could we realistically sign Gareth Bale next summer?

[life on mars]

Can you imagine the extra "bums-on-seats" with Bale's signing!!

I do wonder if we went for it and invested in both Bales and Ramsey with the extra footfall and merchandising would it make sense if it got you up ??

( Up in the premiership way obviously )

[Rjk]

I do wonder if we went for it and invested in both Bales and Ramsey with the extra footfall and merchandising would it make sense if it got you up ??

undoubtedly IF it got us promoted, there would be no guarantees though

[splott parker]

Can you imagine the extra "bums-on-seats" with Bale's signing!!

Season ticket sales would rocket, particularly in the family stand I’d imagine, kids would be plaguing their mams & dads to get the chance to see him. First home game would sell out.

[The Lone Gunman]

Lots of money gone on him over the weekend

Gone from 8/1, to 6/4

That doesn't mean a lot of money has been wagered. Transfer markets are small and the bookies take no chances for obvious reasons.

[life on mars]

That doesn't mean a lot of money has been wagered. Transfer markets are small and the bookies take no chances for obvious reasons.

I wonder if bookies raise false flag odds' shortening to get the innocent to jump on a price as it shortens

[The Lone Gunman]

I wonder if bookies raise false flag odds' shortening to get the innocent to jump on a price as it shortens

It's possible, but they keep a tight rein on those markets anyway due to the likelihood of being stung by inside information. Pretty sure they limit the stakes as a rule, so it doesn't take much money for the markets to move.

I just had a look at SkyBet - Spurs are now 11/8 favourites, City are now 3/1 and available at 5/1 elsewhere.

[dembethewarrior]

I do wonder if we went for it and invested in both Bales and Ramsey with the extra footfall and merchandising would it make sense if it got you up ??

( Up in the premiership way obviously )

*got US up

[dembethewarrior]

Cannot believe there are people here saying they wouldn’t want one of the best if not the best British player off all time who just happens to be from this City playing for Cardiff when he clearly still has so much to offer.

It’s f**king mad.

Playing in the Championship is where a few had the issue, I believe. I may he wrong but I don't recall anyone stating cardiff, me and tuerto were 2 that said he shouldn't play in the Championship.

[Taffy Blue in Berkshire]

Bale will do what gives him the biggest buzz. He's got plenty of money and clearly understands the value of a smile and adoring fans.

Anything is possible!