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Los Angeles FC officially announced a deal with Wales superstar Gareth Bale on Monday.
The decorated former Real Madrid forward has signed a 12-month contract with options until 2024. The financial terms have not been disclosed.
"I'm very excited about this move to LAFC," Bale said in a team news release. "This is the right place for me and my family and the right time in my career. I can't wait to work with the team in Los Angeles and start preparing to win more trophies.
LAFC has earned a priority on the discovery of a 32-year-old free agent from Inter Miami CF in exchange for a general allocation of $ 75,000.
Veil won 19 trophies in Real Madrid between 2013 and 2010. This includes five Champions League titles and three LaLiga crowns.
"Gareth is one of the most dynamic and exciting attacking players of his generation," said John Thawlington, LAFC's general manager. "Adding a player who brings the highest level of talent and experience Gareth does is a great opportunity to continue to improve our club. Gareth is motivated to continue to win trophies and he wants to join the LAFC. We are pleased to have helped you choose and help us reach our ultimate goal of winning the championship. ”
Internationally, Vail won 106 caps in Wales and was happy to help. With 39 goals, it has helped the team qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1958. Wales will face Group B USA in Qatar. November 21st.
Vail and Italian star Giorgio Chiellini will join the LAFC when the second transfer window opens on July 7.
LAFC (10-3-3, 33 points) is currently sitting on the Supporters' Shield table, leading the Philadelphia Union and Real Salt Lake by 4 points.
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