Initial discussions between Chelsea and Atletico Madrid focused on a potential swap involving Conor Gallagher and Samu Omorodion. However, the deal for Omorodion fell through at the last moment, complicating the negotiations and putting Gallagher’s transfer to Madrid on hold. Despite this complication, talks between the clubs have not broken down, and there is cautious optimism that an agreement can still be reached, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.
Joao Felix has expressed a strong desire to return to Chelsea, where he previously spent time on loan. This has added urgency to the negotiations, with Atletico Madrid keen to finalize the deal quickly, as they are eager to bring Gallagher into their squad. Atletico is pressing Chelsea to meet their terms to ensure the transfer is completed.
According to AS, Atletico Madrid has set a loose deadline for finalizing the transfer, aiming to present Gallagher alongside their other summer signings in a planned presentation next Wednesday. The Spanish club has been pushing Chelsea to increase their offer for Felix, with the latest proposal reportedly around £40 million (€46 million), along with additional performance-based variables. However, Chelsea has yet to submit a firm offer that aligns with Atletico’s expectations.
As the weekend approaches, negotiations are expected to intensify, with both clubs eager to reach an agreement. If a deal is finalized, it would allow Gallagher to move to Madrid, enabling Atletico to conclude their summer transfer activities on a positive note, with Felix heading to Chelsea in return.
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