Overview

• Gareth Bale is in early-stage talks to front a US-based private equity group’s bid for full control of Plymouth Argyle.
• Chairman Simon Hallett has sought fresh investment for over a year after a previous deal collapsed in May.
• Plymouth Argyle were relegated from the Championship last month and will begin life in League One next season.
• Hallett and existing shareholders have pledged to match the funding planned with the prospective investor for the upcoming campaign.
• Tom Cleverley was appointed as head coach on a three-year contract following Miron Muslic’s departure.