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Tom Victor

Spanish press respond to Gareth Bale's "almost perfect Spanish" as he joins new club

Gareth Bale hasn't been able to escape the eyes of the Spanish media despite leaving Real Madrid and crossing the Atlantic.

The Welsh international spent nine years in Madrid after joining in what was then a world record move from Tottenham Hotspur. However, during a injury-hit spell with Los Blancos, he was the target of plenty of ire from publications such as Marca.

Back in March, Bale said his critics should be "ashamed of themselves," while his reluctance to speak Spanish during his time in Spain was sometimes a matter of discussion. However, upon touching down to join new club Los Angeles FC, he had a special message Spanish-speaking supporters of the MLS side.

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