July 21st 2024.
According to recent reports, former Atletico Madrid player Kieran Trippier has been encouraging Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher to consider a move to Spain this summer. Trippier believes that Gallagher could thrive under the guidance of Atletico's manager, Diego Simeone.
Gallagher, who captained Chelsea for most of the 2023-24 season, was a key player in the midfield under Mauricio Pochettino. However, with just one year left on his contract with the Blues, the 24-year-old could potentially leave the club in the upcoming transfer window.
While Tottenham has shown interest in signing Gallagher, Atletico is also keen on bringing him to the Spanish capital. According to reports, Atletico has Trippier as an ally in their pursuit of convincing Gallagher to make the move to Spain. Trippier himself spent two-and-a-half years at Atletico and spoke highly of the club during his time there.
Although Atletico's initial bid of €20 million was rejected by Chelsea, they are still determined to sign Gallagher. Currently, Gallagher is on holiday after England's Euro 2024 final loss. He was seen attending the All-Ireland hurling final with his partner Áine May Kennedy.
Apart from Atletico, other clubs like Tottenham and Aston Villa have also expressed interest in signing the talented midfielder. Gallagher himself praised former Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino for helping him improve and reach new heights last season.
"He gave me responsibility and trust at Chelsea and, I think like I said, it puts me in a better position to be a bigger part of the squad for this tournament," Gallagher said of Pochettino's impact on his career. "I'm going to do everything I can to help the team as much as possible."
Pochettino's departure from Chelsea was a disappointment for Gallagher, but he is looking forward to working with new manager Enzo Maresca. The young midfielder is excited about the potential of working with Maresca and is eager to contribute to the team's success under his leadership.
As Gallagher's future at Chelsea remains uncertain, it will be interesting to see if he ultimately decides to make the move to Spain and join Atletico under the guidance of Simeone. Only time will tell, but for now, Gallagher is enjoying some well-deserved rest after a grueling season.
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