Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Atletico Madrid and Chelsea are currently in direct talks over a deal for Conor Gallagher, and the two clubs are getting closer to finalizing the transfer. This news has also been verified by Spanish media outlet Relevo.
Atletico Madrid have just completed the signing of Spanish international Axel Witsel for €30 million. However, the Rojiblancos are not planning to stop there in terms of recruitment. Romano points out that in the midfield position, Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher is a priority for Diego Simeone, especially considering players like Leon Goretzka are more likely to stay at the club. Currently, Atletico Madrid and Chelsea are in direct negotiations, with a price tag of €35-40 million, the exact figure depending on performance-based clauses. The two clubs are getting closer to reaching an agreement.
Spanish media outlet Relevo also confirms this, and indicates that Atletico Madrid have been tracking Gallagher for several weeks now, and the transfer operation has reached the most important stage before a potential agreement. The media outlet adds that Gallagher has suitors other than Atletico Madrid, but a potential problem is that Chelsea are unwilling to sell the England international, whose contract expires in 2025, to other Premier League clubs – especially those who could be considered Chelsea’s rivals. This makes Simeone’s team very optimistic about getting the deal done.
Gallagher made 37 Premier League appearances for Chelsea last season, scoring seven goals. Spanish media points out that if Atletico Madrid sign Gallagher after completing the signing of Witsel, they will then try to bring in a new forward.
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