Conor Gallagher and Joao Felix Transfers Stalled Following Omorodion Collapse
In a series of unfolding transfer setbacks, Chelsea’s efforts to bolster their squad this summer are in peril. After the €40 million transfer of Samu Omorodion from Atletico Madrid to Chelsea collapsed, the domino effect has cast uncertainty over other critical deals between the two clubs.
Conor Gallagher, who had completed his medical in Madrid and had agreed on transfer fees and contract terms with Atletico, is now facing a potential return to Chelsea. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Chelsea has asked Gallagher to return to London on Tuesday, with the club arranging a flight back for the midfielder.
Compounding the situation, the proposed transfer of Joao Felix to Chelsea has also stalled. Reports from TalkSport indicate that Atletico Madrid is deeply frustrated with Chelsea for backing out of the Omorodion deal due to concerns about the player’s fitness. This discontent has led Atletico to reconsider its willingness to negotiate further with Chelsea, putting both the Gallagher and Felix deals in jeopardy.
Chelsea, in response, has begun exploring other avenues for Gallagher’s transfer, offering him to various Premier League clubs. The decision to sell Gallagher is driven by several strategic reasons. Firstly, following two years of unprecedented spending, Chelsea is in dire need of player sales to balance their financial books. Secondly, Gallagher is among the few players in Chelsea’s roster who commands significant interest and can yield a substantial profit. Lastly, with his contract at Stamford Bridge set to expire in 2025, Chelsea cannot afford to lose him on a free transfer.
Gallagher, who joined Chelsea’s youth system in 2008, has become an integral part of the first team, making 95 appearances and scoring ten goals. Despite Chelsea’s disappointing 2023-24 campaign, Gallagher emerged as one of the few bright spots, earning 13 caps for the England national team and securing a spot in the Euro 2024 squad this summer.
As the transfer window progresses, all eyes will be on how Chelsea navigates these challenges and whether they can salvage their transfer plans amidst the current turbulence.
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