Redknapp says he is happy at his current club but the fluent attacking football he has brought to Tottenham, and his success in the Champions League this year, have made him a reported target for London rivals Chelsea who parted company with Carlo Ancelotti last week.
Redknapp has succeeded where Martin Jol and Juande Ramos failed in getting the best out of Bale, who has become one of the most sought-after players on the planet thanks to a series of stunning displays this year, most notably the two performances against Inter Milan in the Champions League.
The 21-year-old says Redknapp has been key to his and the club's progression, and he therefore wants him to remain.
"I want him to stay, definitely," said Bale.
"Since I've been at the club we've had three managers and it's obviously nice to have him there because he has brought a bit of stability.
"We have got used to him and how he manages and how he wants us to play so it will be great to keep him.
"Nobody wants him to go and the club, I'm sure, will do everything they can to keep him."
The Welshman signed a new contract in March, but rumours persist of big-money bids from the likes of Manchester City, AC Milan and Inter this summer.
Bale admits that playing abroad would one day appeal to him, with Barcelona being one possible destination, but he is happy at Tottenham for now.
"I left home when I was 15 and it was quite difficult then but if I have to move abroad then it's something I wouldn't be scared of," Bale said.
"Barcelona play great, great football but I'm happy where I am.
"I'm focused on what we want to achieve as a team next season and I'm enjoying my football here. I'm still 21, I'm getting a good run in the team and I'm still learning my football."
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