This is what Gareth Bale must give up if he decides to play in China
Aside from playing in a poorer league, he will also be away from his family as his wife and three children will continue living in Wales
It's been difficult for Gareth Bale to adjust to life in Madrid but it'll be even more difficult for him should he eventually sign for Jiangsu Suning. MARCA believe a transfer is close to completion.
Bale will earn €22m per year during the length of his three-year deal. Florentino Perez's favourite player has endured mixed fortunes at Madrid despite helping the team amass an impressive trophy haul in his six seasons there.
According to British newspaper the 'Mirror', Bale must also face some 'sacrifices' to earn that bumper salary. He'll play in a weaker league, live alone - as his wife and children will remain in Wales - and also adapt to Chinese food, something he apparently doesn't like all that much.
"He didn't learn Spanish so I don't see Gareth starting Mandarin classes straight away," added a source close to the player. Zinedine Zidane doesn't want the Welshman in his squad next season and, due to his financial demands, hasn't been left with many choices as to where he moves on to.
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