The Portuguese manager was glowing in his appraisal of the Welsh winger and claimed that the player is pleased with the ’level of organization’ at Tottenham Hotspur as opposed to his previous club, Real Madrid.

Bale, 31, has been easing back into life in London following two torrid seasons at the Bernabeu that saw him only make a combined 17 appearances for Real Madrid.

Speaking ahead of Spurs’ Europa League fixture against Royal Antwerp FC, Mourinho said:

Mourinho also went on to praise Gareth Bale’s contributions to Real Madrid; something that had been brushed under the carpet after he fell out with coach Zinedine Zidane.

He added:

Jose Mourinho promises Gareth Bale involvement against Antwerp

The Portuguese manager also alluded to the fact that Bale was close to full fitness and that it won’t be long before ‘he can fly.’

Mourinho also indicated that the Welshman will be involved against Antwerp as Tottenham Hotspur seek to win their second group stage game in the Europa League.

Mourinho concluded:

Tottenham are on a good vein of form and are undefeated in 10 games across all competitions after their opening day league reverse at the hands of Everton.

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