Tottenham Hotspur were linked with a summer transfer for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher.
Spurs were apparently keeping an eye on the 23-year-old, who had been extensively linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge.
Tottenham did not make an official approach to sign Chelsea midfielder Fabrizio Romano, according to Fabrizio Romano, since they were unable to transfer Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
The 28-year-old Danish international was linked with a move away from Tottenham this summer, and Atletico Madrid were apparently interested in him. However, the talks did not result in a transfer, and Tottenham was forced to part ways with Gallagher.
Spurs’ midfield is already well-stocked, and signing Gallagher without first trading someone was always unlikely.
In the next months, the Chelsea midfielder will try to establish himself as a crucial player for Mauricio Pochettino. Although he saw enough of action at Stamford Bridge last season, he was not a regular starter.
the Blues. Gallagher will look to establish himself as a regular starter for Chelsea this season.
Understand On Deadline Day, Tottenham did not submit a formal bid for Conor Gallagher. Despite claims, there was no £40 million proposal. ????
The talks were not progressing because Spurs were never close to selling Hojbjerg to Atlético.
Chelsea is relieved to know she can rely on Conor. pic.twitter.com/tgWM7I1Rya
September 5, 2023 — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
A number of Premier League clubs were interested in the 23-year-old this summer, and there is no doubt that if Tottenham had been able to sign him, he would have been a superb signing.
It will be intriguing to see whether Tottenham decides to pursue Gallagher again in the near future.
Meanwhile, Hojbjerg has been linked with a departure ever since Ange Postecoglou arrived, and there is speculation that he may not be suited to the Australian’s style of play.
