Spurs are still actively pursuing Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher, showing great admiration for the 24-year-old midfielder. However, they have yet to make a formal offer to solidify their interest. This could change soon, as Daniel Levy is reportedly planning to make a decisive move to sign the Englishman at the end of the season, according to a recent report from the Telegraph.
Chelsea’s predicament lies in their need to sell talent in order to comply with the strict financial regulations of Financial Fair Play. This has been a significant oversight by US owner Todd Boehly. If Gallagher is sold, his status as a homegrown player would result in a 100% profit. The Blues did not anticipate the academy graduate becoming such a vital part of Mauricio Pochettino’s plans.
Gallagher has played more minutes under Pochettino this season than any other Chelsea player, solidifying his place in the team. His recent brace against Crystal Palace only further highlights his importance. When asked about Gallagher’s future, Pochettino mentioned that the player expressed his desire to stay at Chelsea, leaving the final decision to the player and the club.
With Gallagher’s contract set to expire in 18 months, Chelsea now faces a significant dilemma ahead of the summer transfer window. The midfielder’s value is decreasing while interest in him continues to rise. The Blues must now weigh the option of offering him a new contract, deviating from their original plans, or cashing in on him for a fee that may be lower than their initial expectations.
According to the Source caughtoffside.com