Bale in Real squad against Espanyol

Madrid, Feb 17: Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane on Friday announced the return of Gareth Bale after a nearly 75-days hiatus due to an ankle injury. The Wales forward has been added to the squad for Saturday's La Liga match with Espanyol.

Bale went under the knife to treat damaged ankle tendons, after which he completed his recovery and resumed training, reports Efe. IANS