- Aston Villa expresses interest in Conor Gallagher
- Gallagher remains open to staying with Chelsea
- They are also expected to secure Fulham defender Tosin
Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher, 24, is attracting interest as he enters the final year of his contract with no extension talks progressing.
Premier League Rivals Take Notice:
Aston Villa have joined Tottenham Hotspur in expressing interest in signing the England international.
Despite the attention, Gallagher remains open to staying with Chelsea, his boyhood club since the age of eight.
Financial Fair Play Considerations:
Both Chelsea and Aston Villa, competing in next season’s Champions League, need to navigate Premier League financial regulations.
Selling academy products like Gallagher can generate “pure profit” for Chelsea, allowing them more wiggle room for signings.
This strategy could see players like Trevoh Chalobah, Ian Maatsen, and Armando Broja potentially leaving the club.
Transfer Tussle Brewing:
Chelsea previously showed interest in Aston Villa’s young striker Jhon Duran, 20, and are still looking to bolster their attack.
They are also expected to secure Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer.
