According to reports, Chelsea is considering the sale of Conor Gallagher for £50 million in order to finance their pursuit of Brentford striker Ivan Toney.
In order to secure funds for a possible acquisition of Ivan Toney during the January transfer window, Chelsea may opt to sell Conor Gallagher. According to reports, The Blues would set a price tag of £50 million for the midfielder. This transaction would enable them to pursue the services of the Brentford forward, who recorded an impressive 20 goals in the league last season and is set to become available next month after completing a suspension for violating betting regulations. Chelsea is open to parting ways with Gallagher in an attempt to maintain financial stability and adhere to the regulations of Financial Fair Play. According to ESPN, Chelsea is demanding £50 million for their midfielder. Gallagher has attracted interest from Newcastle, Tottenham, and West Ham. Despite receiving offers of approximately £40 million from West Ham, Spurs, and Everton during the summer, Chelsea might be persuaded to sell if they receive a slightly higher offer in January.
Chelsea is determined to acquire a new striker in January, and Ivan Toney is reportedly on Mauricio Pochettino’s list of desired transfers. However, in order to finance this move, Chelsea will need to sell players first, and offloading Gallagher would be the most financially advantageous option since he is a homegrown player. Arsenal continues to show a significant desire for Zubimendi, the midfielder from Real Sociedad. The Gunners have consistently been associated with the 24-year-old player and might consider pursuing him during the January transfer period. As per The Sun, Arsenal might make a sudden move for Zubimendi, who is widely regarded as Spain’s potential replacement for Rodri in the long run. The Athletic reports that Arsenal will be attentive when the transfer window opens, but their ability to make new signings will be influenced by factors such as injuries, financial viability, and adherence to sustainability regulations. Arsenal had previously considered acquiring Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, and their interest in him remains significant. Zubimendi, who played a crucial role in his team’s qualification for this season’s Champions League, has been likened to Manchester City’s Rodri.
City receives news of Phillips’ desire to depart
Kalvin Phillips has communicated to Manchester City that he is prepared to depart in January. Newcastle and Juventus have shown interest in the midfielder who is currently out of favor, as reported by The Guardian. Phillips has expressed his desire to find regular playing time elsewhere in order to secure his spot in England’s squad for Euro 2024.
It has been made evident by Pep Guardiola that Phillips is not included in his plans, as the midfielder has only made four substitute appearances in the Premier League this season. Recognizing that he needs to advance his career, the 28-year-old acknowledges that he must depart from City and has engaged in discussions with the club to explore new team opportunities. Although City would prefer to sell, they are likely to approve a loan agreement instead. Newcastle is currently leading the race for Phillips, but they are facing financial limitations when it comes to finalizing the deal. Other teams from the Premier League have also expressed their interest, and Juventus has considered a temporary agreement. However, it remains unclear if Phillips would be willing to move abroad at this point in his career. The negotiations may also face obstacles due to the midfielder’s hefty £130,000 weekly wage.