Newcastle United plotting to hijack Conor Gallagher move

Ankit Kunwar August 16, 2024August 16, 2024 Chelsea Transfers Live, Newcastle Transfers Live

The Magpies are interested in hijacking a deal for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher who was reportedly closing in on a move to Atletico Madrid last week. But the move collapsed in the final hours because Chelsea failed to agree to personal terms to sign Atletico striker Samu Omorodion.

The 24-year-old successfully completed his medical with Atletico but he was now returned to London after he was left stranded in a Madrid hotel for five days waiting to complete his £33m transfer. Newcastle United have now entered the race for his services.

🚨🔵 Chelsea and Atlético are keeping contacts active behind the scenes for João Félix/Conor Gallagher.

Saga remains on, deal in tense situation but not collapsed so far.

There’s still work needed between clubs to agree after Omorodion deal off.

João already said yes to #CFC. pic.twitter.com/tMNMc998jW
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 15, 2024

Eddie Howe is looking to take advantage of this situation and make a last-minute move for the England international.