Gareth Bale will return for Tottenham on Sunday and Andre Villas-Boas states Manchester City will be fearful of his reputation. The Spurs chief is happy with the Welsh star's quick recovery from the twisted leg he endured during the Europa League wrap against Hamilton Academical Basel on April 4 and he's set to begin against the reigning Premier League champions at White Hart Lane. Villas-Boas' men are secured in a struggle with London rivals Chelsea and Arsenal for two Champions League certification places and the Portuguese tactician feels Bale's comeback could increase their odds of finishing in the Premier League's top four. "There could be a fear element if he plays," Villas-Boas said of Bale. "We identify the influence this player has received for us this time. His work of objectives that he's on, he may have a big factor. "It is good to have him around in this final area of the period. He can be an inspiration to everyone. When you go through the pictures that individuals saw [of his twisted ankle], it's good to possess him right back so easily. This speaks highly of the medical team at the club. Our squad is filled with good players, but Bale could make a difference." Arsenal could be five points clear of Spurs with a at Fulham on Saturday, although having performed two games more, and Chelsea are still three points in front of them so a win could be crucial against Roberto Mancini's Citizens.
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