Real Madrid has never think of exchanging Gareth Bale for Dele Alli

Gareth Bale appears to be on the verge of signing for Tottenham with his relationship with Zinedine Zidane broken beyond repair.

Reports in the British media suggested earlier this week that Spurs were looking to include Dele Alli in a potential swap deal for the Welshman.

However, according to Spanish outlet Onda Cero, a possible exchange for the wantaway winger was never a possibility Real Madrid considered.

The Blancos have never done player exchanges when it comes to sales or loan deals and they are not going to start now.

Therefore, Bale will leaving on standalone agreement.