Zidane:We do not want to risk with Bale

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Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane confirmed Gareth Bale`s absence for tomorrow`s match by record of soccer insider predictions against Athletic Bilbao in San Mamas. Bale has a problem with his calf. It`s not an injury, just a pain. But we do not want to risk. The problem is that Gareth is very strong and powerful and must be completely healthy to play. I think positive and hope to be available soon. () When healthy, it is phenomenal, Zuz said at today`s press conference. I do not think Gareth`s problem is in the head. These are just pains, but we have to be patient. () I can not say the exact date for his return. I expect the next week to train with the team, the French specialist confided. Captain Sergio Ramos is back when he misses the Malaga host and the King`s Cup:He`s in line with the dynamics of the team.

Asked about the secured new goalkeeper of Lose Blankos Kepa Arisabalga, who keeps the Athletic, Zidane answered diplomatically:I`m talking about my goalie, not for those in the future. There are many good people who have a chance to come to us, but that`s not my problem now. Kepa is a good goalkeeper, but he is not my goalkeeper.

Real visits the Cathedral tomorrow at 21, 45 hours.

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