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Tottenham’s era after Bale saw a significant overhaul, but the new signings largely failed to make a meaningful impact. Among the ‘Magnificent Seven,’ Eriksen stood out as the most successful transfer, thriving at both Spurs and Inter Milan, while others like Vlad Chiriches are better left in the past. Bale enjoyed a successful tenure at Real Madrid, though he struggled towards the end, retiring after a stint in MLS and an appearance at the World Cup.
In 2013, replacing Gareth Bale with a player of equal caliber was nearly impossible for Tottenham. The Welshman reached world-class status during his last years at Spurs, so it was no surprise that Real Madrid acquired him for £85.3 million.
Expecting a record sale, Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy and technical director Franco Baldini invested heavily in seven players they hoped would elevate the club after Bale’s exit. Former Spurs striker Garth Crooks famously remarked in August 2013, “Spurs have sold Elvis and bought the Beatles.” A decade later, all members of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ have departed from Spurs, but while few made a positive impact in North London, many of those over-hyped signings left the club in a worse position than before.
**Key Statistic from GIVEMESPORT:** During his 166 Premier League appearances for Tottenham, Gareth Bale scored 53 goals, provided 22 assists, won three Player of the Month awards, and was named the 2012/13 Player of the Season.