Gareth Bale expected in London on Friday to complete Tottenham switch

It is reported that Bale will be accompanied on the plane by Madrid team-mate Sergio Reguilon, who will join on a permanent transfer

Gareth Bale looks set to rejoin Tottenham (Ben Birchall/PA)

Gareth Bale is due to fly into London on Friday to complete his return to Tottenham, but Jose Mourinho would still not confirm the move on Thursday.

The Welshman will leave Spain to put the finishing touches on a season-long loan deal from Real Madrid, the PA news agency understands.