Conor Gallagher Finally Seals Move to Atletico Madrid

England midfielder Conor Gallagher has completed his transfer to Atletico Madrid after weeks of uncertainty. The move, part of Chelsea's efforts to meet Premier League financial requirements, was initially hindered by a collapsed deal involving Atletico striker Samu Omorodion. Gallagher's transfer has now been facilitated by Joao Felix going the opposite way on loan.

After weeks of uncertainty and negotiation, England midfielder Conor Gallagher has officially completed his move to Atletico Madrid. The transfer saga, rife with complications, had threatened to fall apart when a deal involving Atletico's Samu Omorodion collapsed.

The 24-year-old Gallagher, who played for England at the recent European Championship and was one of Chelsea's standout players last season, had to return to Chelsea and train alone. However, a solution was found as Joao Felix is set to move to Chelsea on loan, facilitating Gallagher's transfer.

This transfer, valued at 36 million pounds ($47 million) for a five-year deal, forms part of Chelsea's drastic squad overhaul. The club has spent over $200 million in the current transfer window, continuing the spending spree under its American ownership that has seen more than $1 billion invested since 2022.

(With inputs from agencies.)