Report: Details emerge as Atletico Madrid look to beat Spurs to Conor Gallagher deal
According to The Athletic, Atletico Madrid are now holding ‘advanced discussions’ with Chelsea over a deal to sign Tottenham target Conor Gallagher.
What is happening with Conor Gallagher?
It now looks like Tottenham’s hopes of landing Conor Gallagher may have taken a significant blow as a number of outlets are reporting that Atletico are making progress in their efforts to tie up a deal for the midfielder.
The Athletic reveal that although there is no agreement between the two sides yet, the deal to take the 24-year-old to the Spanish capital is now ‘close’.
The report points out that should this transfer go through, it will come as a blow to Spurs, with Gallagher being a ‘long-term target’ for Ange Postecoglou’s men.
Conor Gallagher may have the final say
This information has also been backed up by Fabrizio Romano, who has claimed that Atletico are now close to striking a deal worth around €35m-€40m including add-ons for the England international.
The journalist adds that while the La Liga side view the transfer as a priority, the decision will ultimately come down to the player.
So, the big question remains – does Gallagher want to join Atletico Madrid and leave the Premier League?
Spurs Web Opinion
Tottenham should quite easily be able to hijack the deal at the aforementioned price if they wish and one suspects that Gallagher would also prefer to remain in London.
If Spurs do not act and allow him to go to Atleti, that would suggest that they are not too convinced about the Chelsea man and prefer other alternatives.
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