Dimitar Berbatov always knew Spurs star Gareth Bale would be one of the world's best

08 March 2011 12:35
Dimitar Berbatov has lauded his former Tottenham team-mate Gareth Bale as one of the best players in the world. [LNB]Bale is in line to face AC Milan in the Champions League on Wednesday at White Hart Lane, with Spurs holding a 1-0 advantage, after recovering from a back injury. [LNB]Harry Redknapp's side are again pushing for a top-four place this season and Manchester United striker Berbatov is delighted to see his old club doing so well. [LNB] Raring to go: Bale was back in action against Wolves at the weekend[LNB]'Their position doesn't surprise me. When I was there I was aware of the young talent that is now their major asset - players like Aaron Lennon and Gareth Bale have matured and become great players, ' he told United's website. [LNB]'When I was there Bale was a talented teenager, now he's one of the best players in the world. [LNB]'I saw he had potential. He trained hard and was pushing to be involved. [LNB]'I'm glad they kept faith in him - other teams were interested in buying him - now they're reaping the rewards.'[LNB] One step ahead: Berbatov (left) predicted a bright future for Bale some time ago[LNB] Bale and Van der Vaart set to start against Milan as Spurs go on the attackI almost quit Tottenham! Defoe reveals frustration at Redknapp's squad rotationWatch all the Premier League goals every week on our brilliant video player All the latest Tottenham news, features and opinion All the latest Manchester United news, features and opinion [LNB]  Explore more:People: Dimitar Berbatov, Aaron Lennon, Gareth Bale, Harry Redknapp

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