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Wales Online
21 hours ago
- Sport
- Wales Online
Tonight's Cardiff City news as Robertson gives three-word verdict and Bale would be 'a great fit'
Tonight's Cardiff City news as Robertson gives three-word verdict and Bale would be 'a great fit' The latest Bluebirds news from Cardiff City Stadium Alex Robertson with Joner Football (L) (Image: YouTube/Joner Football ) Here are your Cardiff City headlines for Friday, June 27. Alex Robertson's verdict on Cardiff stay Alex Robertson underwent extra training during the off-season in his native Australia, teaming up with new Portsmouth signing Adrian Segecic. Segecic's agent is Robertson's dad, Mark, and the Australians clearly have a close bond, undergoing some drills with Joner Football, a coach who has set up his own YouTube channel Down Under. When asked by the host about his stint at Cardiff City, Robertson, whose maiden year at the club unfortunately ended in relegation, simply replied: "Good, really good." He was more effusive in his praise of his old loan club Pompey, saying: "That season before I went on loan (to Portsmouth) was just enjoyable because I was playing with the (Man City) under-23 and training with the first team quite a lot. "And then when I went on loan I loved it - I loved Portsmouth." Article continues below Robertson is someone who new head coach Brian Barry-Murphy will know well from his time at Manchester City. Opening up about his time at City, he said that Phil Foden was the best trainer he'd experienced and Lionel Messi was the best player he'd played against. Bale takeover talk 'exciting' and 'a great fit' Former Premier League midfielder Lee Hendrie has described Gareth Bale's bid to buy Cardiff City as an "exciting" development that could help rejuvenate the club following years of stagnation. Bale is fronting a consortium that has approached current owner Vincent Tan with a proposal to take over the club. The Wales legend publicly confirmed he has serious ambitions to return his hometown team to the Premier League. Cardiff are currently preparing for life in League One after suffering relegation from the Championship at the end of last season. But Hendrie believes Bale's potential involvement offers a rare opportunity for a reset and a long-term vision for success. 'There's been lots of links with Gareth Bale, and he's come out publicly and revealed that he badly wants to help buy Cardiff City to take the Welsh side back to the Premier League,' Hendrie told Football League World. 'I think it's exciting, I really do. Gareth Bale, behind the scenes at the football club, and clearly passionate about where he wants to take it – that's something that should be looked at with a lot of purpose.' The former Aston Villa man believes Bale's high-profile backing and emotional connection to the Bluebirds could be just what the club needs after years of inconsistency and underachievement. 'It has been stood still for quite some time, and I think Gareth Bale quite openly says he wants to take the club to a level where it should be, which is quality to hear,' Hendrie added. 'He's obviously looked at this in depth and feels there's bags of potential, which there is at a football club of that status. I'm sure Cardiff fans will be absolutely relishing the fact of that, and I think this would be a new journey for Bale and Cardiff – I think it would be a great fit.' Bale, 35, retired from football in 2023 after a stellar career that included five Champions League titles with Real Madrid and over 100 caps for Wales. He has made no secret of his desire to remain involved in the game and to invest in Welsh football. Cardiff City have yet to comment publicly on the takeover speculation. Reindorf raring to go at Newport County Newport County have completed the signing of Cardiff City forward Michael Reindorf on a season-long loan. The 20-year-old striker joins the Exiles as they prepare for the upcoming League Two campaign, and has already linked up with Dave Hughes' squad during pre-season. Reindorf, who has come through the youth systems at West Ham, Norwich City and most recently Cardiff, spent part of last season on loan at League One side Bristol Rovers. Now, he's aiming to take the next step in his development with regular minutes at Rodney Parade. 'Every club has given me something different,' said Reindorf. 'I started at West Ham, moved to Norwich, then Cardiff, and had my loan at Bristol Rovers. All of those experiences have helped me grow and learn. Now I want to take that into this next step. 'Everything was really positive. The manager is very big on standards and creating a good environment – that really stood out to me. That's something I'm looking forward to being a part of. 'I want to help the team push for the top end of the table. Personally, I want to score as many goals as possible – that's my job as a striker.' Article continues below Manager Dave Hughes, the Bluebirds' former head of academy, said he was delighted to bring Reindorf into the squad. 'He's a really good addition to what we already have,' Hughes said. 'He has great energy and a great ability to threaten space in behind. I'd also like to thank Cardiff City for trusting us to work with their young player and to help him develop, while understanding our responsibility to deliver a successful team on a consistent basis.'
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Business
- Wales Online
Gareth Bale wants to be heavily involved in Cardiff City takeover and 'now's the time'
Gareth Bale wants to be heavily involved in Cardiff City takeover and 'now's the time' The former Wales and Real Madrid superstar has spoken out about his desire to be part of a consortium which takes over the Bluebirds Emma Rhys-Jones and Gareth Bale attend the European Premiere of F1 ® The Movie at Cineworld, Leicester Square (Image: Getty Images ) Gareth Bale believes he is the right person to lead Cardiff back to the Premier League and intends to be heavily involved if the investment group he is working with complete a takeover, a source close to the 35-year-old has said. Bale spoke publicly about his interest in purchasing the League One club on Monday, saying it would be a "dream come true" if a deal could be done. Join the Cardiff City breaking news and top stories WhatsApp community A source close to the former Wales captain told the PA news agency on Tuesday Bale would not be content to be a bit-part player in any takeover. Asked what sort of role Bale might take on, the source said: "A very significant one. He is not going to be a bit-part player. This is a guy who has been super-successful and doesn't need to put his name to something just for the sake of it. He would be heavily involved. He believes he is the right person for this. "Cardiff is the only club he wants to do a deal for. Now's the time, with the club in the doldrums, to put some TLC into the club and get them back to the Premier League." The Bale consortium is believed to feature both British and American investors. Article continues below Speaking on the red carpet at the premiere for F1: The Movie on Monday evening, Bale told Sky Sports: "We are interested in getting Cardiff. It's my home (town) club, it's where I grew up and my uncle used to play for them. To be involved with an ownership group would be a dream come true." Bale's camp accepts the decision to sell ultimately rests with Cardiff owner Vincent Tan. "If (Tan) is willing to sell it, there is no better person as far as custodianship, and with the correct intentions to the place, than Gareth," the source close to Bale said. Cardiff declined to comment on the Bale consortium's interest when contacted by PA on Tuesday, however the Supporters' Trust did post their own statement after consulting with members of the club's board. Keith Morgan, the CCST chair, said: "Claims that an actual bid by a US-based consortium has been made are a bit misleading. As a result of a conversation the Trust has had with the club at board level it seems that no formal bid has been made for the club to consider. "Rather, a notice of intention to make such an offer was delivered direct to owner Vincent Tan who seems to have had little interest in it and, in the absence of an actual bid, the matter was not progressed further. Article continues below "The board have confirmed that no bid has been received and that one is not anticipated." Sign up to our daily Cardiff City newsletter here.
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Wednesday's briefing: England Under-21s feel the heat as Bale plans for big role
Gareth Bale is pursuing the purchase of Cardiff while Bayern Munich were beaten in their final Club World Cup game. The heat is on for the Young Lions Lee Carsley will not allow the heat to be an excuse as England Under-21s prepare to face the Netherlands in the European Championship semi-finals in Bratislava, where temperatures will swelter above 30 degrees celsius. Carsley's side beat tournament favourites Spain in the quarter-finals to take a big step towards defending their title in Slovakia. 'We've not shied away from the heat,' Carsley said. 'We've exposed the players to it fully. We're ready for it. We're fully prepared now.' Benfica beat Bayern 🦅 @SLBenfica secure an historic win against @FCBayern to move things around in Group C. 🔢 — FIFA Club World Cup (@FIFACWC) June 24, 2025 Benfica topped Group C of the Club World Cup with a 1-0 win over Bayern Munich. Andreas Schjelderup's early goal settled the match in sweltering conditions in Charlotte as the Portuguese side set up a last-16 tie with Chelsea or Esperance de Tunis. This was their first ever victory over the German champions and Bruno Lage's side could be dark horses for the tournament. Bayern dominated the second half and had chances to earn at least a draw, with Joshua Kimmich having a goal disallowed and Leroy Sane missing two big one-on-one chances, as they go through to play Flamengo. Bale's big plans Gareth Bale wants to buy Cardiff (Adam Davy/PA) Gareth Bale believes he is the right person to lead Cardiff back to the Premier League and intends to be heavily involved if the investment group he is working with complete a takeover, a source close to the 35-year-old has said. Bale spoke publicly about his interest in purchasing the League One club on Monday, saying it would be a 'dream come true' if a deal could be done. Asked what sort of role Bale might take on, the source said: 'A very significant one. He is not going to be a bit-part player. 'This is a guy who has been super-successful and doesn't need to put his name to something just for the sake of it. He would be heavily involved. He believes he is the right person for this.' Boro choose Edwards A message from Rob 🤳 — Middlesbrough FC (@Boro) June 24, 2025 Rob Edwards has been appointed as Middlesbrough's new head coach on a three-year deal. The 42-year-old, who left Luton by mutual consent in January, replaces former Manchester United and England midfielder Michael Carrick, whose reign was brought to a close earlier this month after the Teessiders missed out on the Sky Bet Championship play-offs. A statement on the club's official website said: 'Middlesbrough are delighted to announce the appointment of Rob Edwards as our new head coach. 'A Premier League promotion winner, he joins the club on a three-year contract and is joined in the dugout by Adi Viveash and Harry Watling. What's on today? England Under-21s will hope to emulate the senior team 12 months ago by beating the Netherlands in the European Championship semi-final. Germany and France battle it out in the other semi-finals. Group F of the Club World Cup comes to a close as Borussia Dortmund take on Ulsan HD while Mamelodi Sundowns play Fluminense. In the early hours of Thursday morning, Inter Milan are up against River Plate and Urawa Reds play Monterrey.
Rhyl Journal
3 days ago
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Gareth Bale ‘would be heavily involved' if Cardiff takeover goes ahead
Bale spoke publicly about his interest in purchasing the League One club on Monday, saying it would be a 'dream come true' if a deal could be done. A source close to the former Wales captain told the PA news agency on Tuesday Bale would not be content to be a bit-part player in any takeover. Asked what sort of role Bale might take on, the source said: 'A very significant one. He is not going to be a bit-part player. This is a guy who has been super-successful and doesn't need to put his name to something just for the sake of it. He would be heavily involved. He believes he is the right person for this. 'Cardiff is the only club he wants to do a deal for. Now's the time, with the club in the doldrums, to put some TLC into the club and get them back to the Premier League.' The Bale consortium is believed to feature both British and American investors. Speaking on the red carpet at the premiere for F1: The Movie on Monday evening, Bale told Sky Sports: 'We are interested in getting Cardiff. It's my home (town) club, it's where I grew up and my uncle used to play for them. To be involved with an ownership group would be a dream come true.' Bale's camp accepts the decision to sell ultimately rests with Cardiff owner Vincent Tan. 'If (Tan) is willing to sell it, there is no better person as far as custodianship, and with the correct intentions to the place, than Gareth,' the source close to Bale said. Cardiff declined to comment on the Bale consortium's interest when contacted by PA on Tuesday.
South Wales Argus
3 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Wednesday's briefing: England Under-21s feel the heat as Bale plans for big role
Gareth Bale is pursuing the purchase of Cardiff while Bayern Munich were beaten in their final Club World Cup game. The heat is on for the Young Lions Lee Carsley will not allow the heat to be an excuse as England Under-21s prepare to face the Netherlands in the European Championship semi-finals in Bratislava, where temperatures will swelter above 30 degrees celsius. Carsley's side beat tournament favourites Spain in the quarter-finals to take a big step towards defending their title in Slovakia. 'We've not shied away from the heat,' Carsley said. 'We've exposed the players to it fully. We're ready for it. We're fully prepared now.' Benfica beat Bayern 🦅 @SLBenfica secure an historic win against @FCBayern to move things around in Group C. 🔢 — FIFA Club World Cup (@FIFACWC) June 24, 2025 Benfica topped Group C of the Club World Cup with a 1-0 win over Bayern Munich. Andreas Schjelderup's early goal settled the match in sweltering conditions in Charlotte as the Portuguese side set up a last-16 tie with Chelsea or Esperance de Tunis. This was their first ever victory over the German champions and Bruno Lage's side could be dark horses for the tournament. Bayern dominated the second half and had chances to earn at least a draw, with Joshua Kimmich having a goal disallowed and Leroy Sane missing two big one-on-one chances, as they go through to play Flamengo. Bale's big plans Gareth Bale wants to buy Cardiff (Adam Davy/PA) Gareth Bale believes he is the right person to lead Cardiff back to the Premier League and intends to be heavily involved if the investment group he is working with complete a takeover, a source close to the 35-year-old has said. Bale spoke publicly about his interest in purchasing the League One club on Monday, saying it would be a 'dream come true' if a deal could be done. Asked what sort of role Bale might take on, the source said: 'A very significant one. He is not going to be a bit-part player. 'This is a guy who has been super-successful and doesn't need to put his name to something just for the sake of it. He would be heavily involved. He believes he is the right person for this.' Boro choose Edwards A message from Rob 🤳 — Middlesbrough FC (@Boro) June 24, 2025 Rob Edwards has been appointed as Middlesbrough's new head coach on a three-year deal. The 42-year-old, who left Luton by mutual consent in January, replaces former Manchester United and England midfielder Michael Carrick, whose reign was brought to a close earlier this month after the Teessiders missed out on the Sky Bet Championship play-offs. A statement on the club's official website said: 'Middlesbrough are delighted to announce the appointment of Rob Edwards as our new head coach. 'A Premier League promotion winner, he joins the club on a three-year contract and is joined in the dugout by Adi Viveash and Harry Watling. What's on today? England Under-21s will hope to emulate the senior team 12 months ago by beating the Netherlands in the European Championship semi-final. Germany and France battle it out in the other semi-finals. Group F of the Club World Cup comes to a close as Borussia Dortmund take on Ulsan HD while Mamelodi Sundowns play Fluminense. In the early hours of Thursday morning, Inter Milan are up against River Plate and Urawa Reds play Monterrey.
