Atlético de Madrid already have their fourth signing for next season, a season that will be demanding. The team from the capital of Spain has made official that Conor Gallagher, Chelsea midfielder, has signed for the Metropolitano club until 2029. In this way, the colchoneros take a step forward in the market.
This issue, which had become a bit of a soap opera, has been resolved with the transfer of Joao Féix to the Blues. After Atlético and Chelsea reached an agreement, all that was left was for Gallagher , eager to play for the Colchoneros, to travel to Madrid . With his arrival at the airport at around 9.30pm last night, the move has gone ahead.
Atlético de Madrid achieve their big goal for the midfielder
After several days of uncertainty after the deal for Samu Omorodion fell through, the player's final destination has finally been decided. His future was far from Chelsea and he has begun a new stage in the Spanish capital. This has fulfilled one of the British team's wishes, as they did not want him to continue in England.
Although, as reported by As , Aston Villa did submit an offer, Chelsea were clear. They did not want Conor Gallagher to play for a direct rival in the Premier League , so Atlético was their best option. In this way, the midfielder will start a new stage away from his native country.
After an agreement was reached between both clubs for Joao Felix , the time has come. In this way, Conor Gallagher will be part of the first team of Atlético de Madrid.
Conor Gallagher, red and white after much uncertainty
After many twists and turns, the team from the capital of Spain has finally managed to secure his signing. This Tuesday night he landed in Madrid , having received the long-awaited green light to travel. After spending the night in the city, his big day arrived today, training this morning again with the team and being presented this evening alongside the rest of the new red-and-white signings.
A few weeks ago, Conor Gallagher passed the mandatory medical, but had to return to London after failing the Omorodion operation. At that time, Gallagher also went to the offices of the Metropolitano to sign his new contract, which will link him to the rojiblancos until 2029. Signing for five seasons, in which he will become the second Englishman to play for Atlético de Madrid , Gallagher has finally arrived at the colchonero team.
The operation is worth around 42 million euros
At the beginning of the summer, the rumors about Conor Gallagher began to be received with skepticism and disbelief. Few, at the beginning, thought that the 'blue' midfielder would form part of the first team of the red and whites. However, the insistence of Atlético de Madrid has ended up tipping the balance.
However, it must be taken into account that, before reaching an agreement with the player, an entente between the clubs was first reached. According to what was reported in recent weeks, the initial price to be paid for Gallagher was close to 50 million euros. Almost ten million less was the amount that Atlético paid for his signing in the end, given the mutual agreement between the clubs.
Chelsea have thus made a significant profit on one of their most illustrious youth players. It should not be forgotten that Gallagher's contract expired in 2025 , so he could have left as a free agent next year, something unthinkable from the English capital.
Conor Gallagher's future is a hot topic in the market
On the other hand, it had to be taken into account that, in addition to Aston Villa , another Premier League giant had set its sights on him. Tottenham , who had already thought of Gallagher to replace Højbjerg , had him on their radar, but were realistic. There was no formal offer as such from the 'spurs', Chelsea being clear about it and, finally, "The Pitbull" will defend the Atlético de Madrid jersey.