JUST IN: Former Chelsea prodigy who clearly rejected Unai Emery’s Aston Villa call now on the Verge of sealing £40m to join club with no European football qualification…. He is a clown in my opinion.
Aston Villa is making significant moves in the transfer market ahead of the 2024-25 season, aiming to build a squad capable of competing with Europe’s elite. After securing a Champions League spot with a fourth-place Premier League finish in 2023-24, the club has become the highest spender in the English top flight this summer.
Despite their ambitious efforts, Villa faced a setback in their pursuit of Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher. The club reportedly made a record bid for the player, but Gallagher declined the move to Villa Park. This development was reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on social media.
The 24-year-old English international may now be headed to Spain, with Atletico Madrid having a €40 million offer accepted by Chelsea, according to The Guardian. Chelsea is willing to sell Gallagher due to his refusal to extend his contract.
Villa’s failed attempt to sign Gallagher likely marks the end of their interest in the player for this transfer window. Gallagher’s versatility and energy in midfield would have been valuable assets for Unai Emery’s tactically astute side, potentially elevating their performance.
As for Gallagher, he now has the opportunity to showcase his dynamic playing style under Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid. However, it remains uncertain whether he will make the move to Spain or decide to stay at Chelsea.