CONOR GALLAGHER received a transfer tip from an England team-mate during Euro 2024, reports suggests.
The midfielder has been touted for a move away from Chelsea this summer as the Blues look to balance their books.
Tottenham and Aston Villa have been linked with the Three Lions international recently.
Meanwhile so too have Atletico Madrid as they look to bolster their squad ahead of the upcoming LaLiga season.
According to Diario AS in Spain, this led Gallagher to seek advise from former Atletico full-back Kieran Trippier.
He is said to have quizzed Trippier on life in the Spanish capital and under manager Diego Simeone.
And Trippier is believed to have given Gallagher glowing reviews while urging him to take up the opportunity if it arises.
In a separate report from Tutto Mercatoweb in Italy, it is claimed Gallagher “will do everything” to join Atletico.
The boyhood Blue made 50 appearances for Mauricio Pochettino last season and was even trusted with the captain’s armband.
But after Pochettino’s departure, Gallagher’s future under new manager Enzo Maresca appeared immediately in doubt.
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Maresca brought over Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester into an already crammed Chelsea midfield.
So it leaves Gallagher fighting for his place in the squad or searching for a new club.
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Napoli have agreed personal terms with Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, with the star set for a dramatic pay cut according to reports.
Elsewhere, West Ham are reportedly interested in a shock summer move for N’Golo Kante.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori and SunSport can also exclusively reveal they have made a new offer for Wolves’ goalkeeper Dan Bentley.
And Manchester United continue to bolster their ranks this summer, with the signing of midfielder Manuel Ugarte from PSG close.
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