It's not a surprise because it was something expected, but after his registration last Friday in LaLiga , Conor Gallagher is now ready to debut. He has entered the squad with his number 4 jersey, as we anticipated in EstoesAtleti . The Englishman will foreseeably be part of the substitutes' bench and may have minutes in the second half.
Diego Pablo Simeone will use the Briton if he sees him in good form, a player he likes a lot and sees in various positions, although he does not consider him as a pivot. Conor Gallagher can play as an attacking midfielder, on the wings, in the middle and even as a second striker. He is such a versatile player that he can occupy various areas of the field, which is something that Diego Pablo Simeone is very attracted to.
The Argentine's first choice was Mikel Merino , but given the difficulties in negotiating with Real Sociedad , the Englishman was chosen. Conor Gallagher arrived in the Spanish capital last Monday and joined the Atlético de Madrid team on Tuesday. He signed as a player for Atlético de Madrid until 2029, with the Madrid team paying 42 million for his services.
Always linked to Chelsea
Conor Gallagher was trained at Cobham from the age of eight, when he joined the Chelsea Football Club youth system. Chelsea fans loved him so much that they dedicated a song to him during the game against Servette last Thursday. Just like in his day, a beautiful banner was seen that read: "Chelsea since birth".
That banner touched the heart of a lion who loves the colours of Chelsea and who agreed to leave the team so as not to harm it. It was hard for him to make the decision to come to Madrid, but he couldn't be happier. He is a very outgoing boy and he will soon be part of the team, always close to César Azpilicueta, his captain at Chelsea.
Debut in sight
Tonight, in the match against Girona, Conor Gallagher could make his second appearance in front of Atlético Madrid fans. The first was after that shocking appearance surrounded by motorbikes and a thunderous ovation. There, a blond mane was seen crossing the tunnel towards the pitch with the number 4 on his back and " Gallagher " behind him.
The Englishman is looking forward to making his debut in front of his new fans and being able to return all the affection he feels they have given him in these difficult days. It was not easy for him to make the decision to have to leave London and embark on such a different adventure as Spain . Diego Pablo Simeone and the dressing room have welcomed him wonderfully, Conor Gallagher is already warming up his engines; his debut could be a matter of hours, the fans are eager to see him on the pitch.