Conor Gallagher Set for Atletico Madrid Move

Conor Gallagher is making headlines as he prepares to join Atletico Madrid. Chelsea accepted an offer of around £34m for the midfielder, and it seems that he’s ready to make the leap.

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Last week, Gallagher had a decision to make. Despite some interest from Premier League clubs, he opted for the sunny skies of Madrid. Just a minute before the last deadline, he made his choice and is now on his way to start the next chapter of his career.

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Gallagher’s time at Chelsea was filled with promise. He was even the captain last season under former coach Mauricio Pochettino. But the club had other plans, suggesting that he would mainly be a squad player moving forward. That’s when Atletico Madrid swooped in with a tempting long-term contract and the allure of Champions League football.

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Interestingly, Chelsea had bigger bids from clubs like Aston Villa but Gallagher passed them up. Now with Atletico, he’s expected to sign a five-year deal, should everything go according to plan with his medical.

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Gallagher’s departure will undoubtedly stir some emotions among fans. He joined Chelsea at a young age and quickly became a fan favorite. The club had hoped to secure him with a two-plus-one contract, but Gallagher was looking for something more substantial.

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With Gallagher leaving, Chelsea is already on the hunt for replacement options. One player on their radar is Matt O'Riley from Celtic, who has also attracted interest from teams like Atalanta.