The Welshman was unable to train with the rest of the squad after picking up the flu, but the Madrid club’s doctors are almost certain that Bale will be well enough to play in Wednesday’s match at the Santiago Bernabeu, Football Direct News reported.
The world’s most expensive player endeared himself to the Real faithful after his excellent solo strike against FC Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final on Wednesday handed his side their first piece of silverware of the season.
Real Madrid were boosted by the news that Cristiano Ronaldo will all but definitely feature in the first-leg, albeit not from the star, after recovering from his thigh injury ahead of schedule.
Sergio Ramos is a slight worry ahead of the match against the reigning European champions while Alvaro Arbeloa and Jese Rodriguez are sidelined through long-term injuries.
Source: FARS.
