Conor Gallagher transfer: Atletico Madrid sign midfielder from Chelsea in £36m deal

Conor Gallagher has completed his protracted move to Atletico Madrid from Chelsea in a £36m deal.

Gallagher’s transfer looked to have fallen through following the collapse of Chelsea’s move for Atletico striker Samu Omorodion, but the deal was revived after the Blues agreed to sign Joao Felix from the Spanish club.

Atletico remained determined to sign Gallagher, having been impressed by him during his five-day stay in Madrid and how he handled the situation, which only reinforced their desire to have him in their squad.

The England international passed a medical and agreed a five-year deal to join Atletico while in Madrid, and had been pictured in the Wanda Metropolitano by the club, before having to return.

But the 24-year-old is now officially an Atletico player after signing a deal at the club until 2029.

In a video message on Instagram, Gallagher said: “To everyone at Chelsea, thank you for making my dreams come true.

“It’s been an absolute honour every time I put on the shirt, and it was a dream come true to captain the team on many occasions. I loved every moment. These memories will last forever.

“I appreciate all the love and support from the fans. Hearing the chant of my name at the Bridge is a special feeling, and the banner you displayed meant the world to me. Thank you for everything.

“I wish the club all the best for the future, and I hope to see you all soon at Stamford Bridge!”

Chelsea set to sign Felix from Atletico
Felix has completed his Chelsea medical and is now finalising a permanent move to Stamford Bridge in a deal worth £46.3m.

Felix is understood to be joining Chelsea for a £42m fixed fee, plus £4.3m in add-ons.