Bale must stop being too nice, says Lampard

Bale has been made a scapegoat for Madrid fans and press in the Spanish capital in recent weeks, with the Wales international criticised for not passing to star team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo in some matches.

Manchester United have emerged as a possible destination for the 25-year-old, who struggled to make an impact as Real defeated Schalke 2-0 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last 16 tie on Wednesday.

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