February 29th 2024.
Chelsea star Conor Gallagher is about to reach the end of his contract, with only 12 months remaining. Several Premier League clubs, including Tottenham, are showing strong interest in the midfielder. However, Gallagher is determined to stay and fight for his place at Chelsea. The club is under pressure to reduce their wage bill and several players, including Gallagher, have been linked with potential moves away from Stamford Bridge.
It has been suggested that selling academy products for a high price could help Chelsea generate more profit. Gallagher, who currently earns £70,000-a-week, could potentially be sold for this reason, despite his impressive performances this season. Tottenham have been keeping a close eye on the situation and are prepared to make a move if Chelsea give them the go-ahead in the summer transfer window.
However, according to The Daily Mail, Gallagher's priority is to stay at Chelsea beyond the end of the season. He has become a key player in Mauricio Pochettino's starting XI and has been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise disappointing season. The 24-year-old joined Chelsea's academy at the age of just eight and has scored four goals in his last five appearances for the club. He has even been handed the captain's armband in the absence of Reece James.
Gallagher has expressed his love for playing under Pochettino, who has helped him establish himself in the team. Despite no significant progress in contract negotiations, with his current deal set to expire in 2025, Chelsea are likely to demand a fee of over £50million for the midfielder. His wage demands have also been a stumbling block in negotiations.
Having been capped 11 times by the England national team, Gallagher will be eager to secure a spot in Gareth Southgate's squad for the European Championships this summer. In a recent interview, he spoke highly of his experience playing under Pochettino and his desire to continue improving and achieving success at Chelsea. Fans can expect to see Gallagher continue to play a vital role for the club in the upcoming seasons.
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