Gareth Bale’s agent Jonathan Barnett has confirmed that the Welsh star will not be loaned out from Real Madrid this transfer window.

With Eden Hazard and Luka Jovic joining Los Blancos, their wage-bill has seen a steep increase and the likelihood of out-of-favour Bale staying at Madrid next season is reducing by the day.

While a permanent move to another club is on the table, a loan deal is out of the question, according to his agent.

Manchester United were said to be interested in a loan deal but Barnett has put an end to such talks.

“A loan move is not going to happen,” he told Sky Sports. “I don’t think he wants to go out on loan, he’s got a lovely life and home in Spain.

“I think it would take something exceptional for him to leave and loans are not on the menu.

“There’s more chance of me winning at Ascot.”