The signing of Conor Gallagher has become the soap opera of the summer for Atlético de Madrid. When it seemed that everything was done with Chelsea, the English club broke the agreement and the player had to return to London. However, Simeone is putting a lot of pressure on the board to find a way for the English international to play for him.
Gil Marín brought Joao Félix into the operation and this has been progressing for several days, although very slowly. Gallagher took his time deciding about his future, he travelled to Madrid to sign for Atleti and after five days, he returned to England. He is now training with Chelsea's under-21 team, hoping that his future will be decided as soon as possible.
Matteo Moretto gives the latest update on Gallagher
The prestigious Italian journalist, Matteo Moretto, has commented on how Gallagher is experiencing this soap opera. According to Matteo, the Englishman is crazy to sign for Atlético de Madrid and start a new adventure in Spain. In addition, he adds that Simeone wants this move to happen, since he considers Conor a piece that can be fundamental.
Gallagher, as expected, was not included in the squad for Chelsea's first Premier League match. Enzo Maresca's team lost 0-2 at home to Manchester City. In the 20th minute, the "blue" fans chanted Gallagher's name as a sign of affection for one of their captains from last season.
Atlético wants him on Wednesday
This Wednesday, Atlético de Madrid will open the doors of the Cívitas Metropolitano to present its new signings. An event in front of its fans that is very much looking forward to and is expected to be a great party. The red-and-white club want Conor Gallagher to be at the event and be able to present him as a new player.
According to the latest information from Fabrizio Romano, the agreement between the clubs is progressing every day. Between Monday and Tuesday the deal could be closed and Joao Felix would no longer be an Atlético de Madrid player. Both clubs wanted to close it today, but it is a complicated and tense operation.