Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has reassured Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher of his strong desire to secure his transfer to Spain, despite recent complications.
Simeone remains committed to pushing for Gallagher’s move to the Metropolitano Stadium this summer, even though Gallagher returned to Chelsea due to ongoing issues surrounding the deal.
A £33 million agreement had been reached between Atletico Madrid and Chelsea, and Gallagher had even traveled to Madrid to finalize the transfer.
However, complications related to Samu Omorodion’s proposed transfer to Chelsea have cast doubt on the deal, causing delays in Gallagher's move.
Reports indicate that Simeone reached out to Gallagher directly before his return to London, reaffirming his commitment to securing the transfer despite the setbacks.
Gallagher’s situation has become increasingly uncomfortable, as he was reportedly excluded from first-team training upon his return to Chelsea, exacerbating his frustration and the awkwardness of his current position.
The delay is causing significant disruption, with Gallagher losing valuable time to integrate with his potential new team at Atletico Madrid.
While the transfer is not completely off the table, both clubs are now considering alternative solutions, including the possibility of a swap deal involving Atlético’s Joao Felix instead of Omorodion.