"Atletico preparing an unexpected transfer of Chelsea midfielder

Atletico Madrid is interested in the transfer of Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher.

Conor Gallagher, Getty Images

According to Relevo, the English midfielder has one year left on his contract with Chelsea, and the club has not yet taken steps to extend it. Gallagher does not want to leave London, but if there is no progress in contract negotiations, he will be forced to leave.

The 24-year-old midfielder is a graduate of the Chelsea academy. Last season, Conor played 51 matches for Chelsea, scoring seven goals and providing nine assists.

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