Manchester United will likely pursue 25-year-old Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher in the winter transfer window despite a failed summer move.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Conor Gallagher remains the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils were keen on reinforcing their first-team squad by signing a versatile midfielder in the final hours of the summer transfer window. So, the 25-year-old Atletico Madrid star emerged as a target for the struggling Premier League giants.
Manchester United submitted an enquiry to seal a late move for the Englishman. However, Atletico Madrid rejected the Premier League club’s approach, as the Colchoneros did not want to part ways with the former Chelsea midfielder in the summer transfer window.
Conor Gallagher and his time in La Liga so far
Conor Gallagher has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Atletico Madrid from Chelsea last summer. The 25-year-old spent his formative years in England and graduated from the fabled youth division at Chelsea. The player finally landed on his feet at Stamford Bridge after some time away on loan, but the West London club parted ways with him due to the lure of “pure profit”.
The English international has made over 50 appearances thus far for Atletico Madrid while chipping in with four goals and six assists. Meanwhile, Gallagher’s exploits have not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs. Manchester United attempted to sign the former Chelsea midfielder in the final hours of the summer transfer window.
Manchester United’s interest in Gallagher
Manchester United’s interest in Conor Gallagher has been understandable. The Red Devils wanted to sign a versatile midfielder to line up alongside Bruno Fernandes in the middle of the park. With Manuel Ugarte failing to make his mark since arriving from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, the struggling Premier League giants need an upgrade.
Several candidates emerged on Manchester United’s radar, with Gallagher also being a viable target. They attempted to seal a late move for the 25-year-old Englishman by submitting an enquiry over a deal. However, Atletico Madrid rejected Manchester United’s approach, although that has not prompted the Red Devils to cool their interest in him.
While Los Rojiblancos never wanted to part ways with Gallagher in the summer transfer window, Manchester United will test the waters for a move in a few months. It will be interesting to see how the English international fares in the first half of the 2025/26 season after a failed move to Manchester United.