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Conor Gallagher's girlfriend breaks her silence after signing for Atleti: 'We are...'

The English footballer and his partner landed in Madrid last week to definitively confirm the move.

Conor Gallagher has been one of the most talked about signings for Atlético de Madrid this transfer window. The Briton has arrived at the Colchoneros after weeks of tension and fear that the operation would collapse. After these disagreements with Chelsea, negotiations finally went ahead and Gallagher is now a new Atlético player.

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The couple landed in Madrid a week ago | Conor Gallagher

After this first week in the Spanish capital, the player's girlfriend, Aine May Kennedy , spoke about his stay in Madrid . The talented footballer's partner said that they are "very excited to live in Spain and come to Atlético de Madrid ." Thanking the messages of support, Kennedy thanked the Atlético fans and the club for the opportunity.

The words of Conor Gallagher's girlfriend

Both the midfielder and his girlfriend are extremely excited about their new life in Madrid . Gallagher has been excited about the possibility of making the move since he said yes to Atlético de Madrid and has never hidden his desire to wear the red and white jersey. Both were impressed by the support of the Atlético fans on their arrival in Madrid , and the Gallagher family was smitten with the Spanish capital.

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Gallagher seemed happy on the day of his presentation at the Metropolitano | @Atleti

With the phrase "Home is not a place, it's a feeling", the Gallaghers wanted to show their gratitude to the thousands of Atlético fans who supported them. Visibly excited to start this new life, the couple hopes to enjoy Madrid for a few years. Having fallen in love with Cholo Simeone from the start, the Englishman knows that Atlético de Madrid is the place where he should be.

Simeone dazzled

The Argentine coach himself has not hidden the desire and excitement that he feels at having such a player in his squad. Cholo is very happy to have Gallagher in his team and he plans to get the most out of him and exploit his extraordinary qualities. Knowing that he has signed an all-rounder, Simeone must check where he thinks the Briton can contribute the most to the team.

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The Englishman has already made his debut with the Atlético jersey | Conor Gallagher

"The Pitbull", a versatile player

His energy, self-confidence and intensity make him a perfect player for Diego Pablo Simeone 's schemes, who has already seen first-hand what he is capable of. The nickname "The Pitbull" is justified, and the Englishman is a tireless lung, fearless in divided balls and with a tenacity that Simeone likes. Hoping to build a beautiful story together, Gallagher is aware that his signing for Atlético de Madrid will make him take a leap forward in his professional career.