Aston Villa will aim to steal a march on Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham in the race to sign 25-year-old Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher .
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Conor Gallagher is the subject of interest from Aston Villa. Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are also interested in signing the Atletico Madrid midfielder. However, the Villans have made a “definitive move” to secure the Englishman’s services in the winter transfer window. Meanwhile, the Colchoneros are open to a loan exit, albeit with a purchase obligation clause.
How has Conor Gallagher fared in La Liga so far?
Conor Gallagher has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Atletico Madrid from Chelsea in August 2024. The 25-year-old enjoyed a solid debut season, having been a regular in the middle of the park. However, the English international has been in and out of the starting lineup in his second season with the Spanish club.
Gallagher has made over 50 appearances for Atletico Madrid while chipping in with seven goals and seven assists. Meanwhile, the Englishman’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Aston Villa, Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the winter transfer window.
Premier League return on the cards?
Aston Villa will dip into the market for an attacking midfielder in the winter transfer window, as they have no plans to keep Harvey Elliott. Additionally, the youngster may return to Liverpool this month. So, Gallagher has emerged as a viable target for Aston Villa. As for Newcastle United, Joe Willock may depart from St. James’ Park to secure regular game time. Additionally, Joelinton’s long-term future is uncertain. So, Gallagher has emerged as a target for Newcastle United.
Meanwhile, Manchester United’s interest in Conor Gallagher is understandable. The Red Devils are keen on signing 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, Manchester United can do with an upgrade in the midfield unit.
As for Tottenham Hotspur, Yves Bissouma has no future at the North London club, and a winter exit is on the cards. Additionally, it is unclear if Joao Palhinha will continue at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium beyond the 2025/26 season. So, Gallagher is a viable target for the Lilywhites. The latest report has revealed that Aston Villa may hijack the other Premier League clubs’ move for the English international.
The Villans have made a “definitive move” to beat Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur to the player. Meanwhile, recent reports have claimed that Gallagher wants to return to the Premier League when he leaves Atletico Madrid, and a winter exit may be on the cards, as the Colchoneros are open to a loan deal with a purchase obligation clause. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the 25-year-old Englishman.
