Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher is on the verge of joining Atlético Madrid, with an agreement between the clubs finalised yesterday. The transfer fee is approximately €40 million, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Contract Rejection
Gallagher, 24, turned down a new three-year contract from Chelsea in June. The proposed deal included a salary comparable to the highest earners in the Chelsea midfield.
Previous Developments
Recent reports have indicated that Atlético Madrid has been pursuing Gallagher since early July. Chelsea initially set a £50 million price tag for the player, but negotiations have led to the current agreement.
Next Steps
Gallagher is expected to make a decision soon regarding the move. The midfielder has been a key figure at Chelsea, and his potential exit has been a topic of discussion, with Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca expressing openness to the transfer.
Gallagher’s future at Chelsea has been uncertain, especially following his comments in June about the club’s management changes.