Celtic fans might find themselves keeping a close eye on developments at Chelsea this summer, particularly concerning Conor Gallagher.
Atletico Madrid’s interest in Gallagher could significantly impact their pursuit of Celtic’s Matt O’Riley.
The Spanish giants, having previously bid £20 million for O’Riley in January—a bid Celtic rejected—are still in the running but have baulked at the Hoops’ £33 million valuation, suggesting they might negotiate a fee around £25 million.
Chelsea’s current predicament with Gallagher is that they face a £50 million valuation standoff with Atletico, as reported by The Sun. With only a year left on Gallagher’s contract at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea is open to selling, but not just yet willing to lower their asking price. Atletico might attempt a loan bid, but with Chelsea expected to reject such overtures in favour of a permanent deal, the focus might shift back to O’Riley as a more affordable alternative.
It’s probably unlikely that Atletico will sign both Gallagher and O’Riley in this window, so Celtic fans will be keeping a close eye on the reports regarding the Chelsea player.
