Tottenham Hotspur announce the arrival of Conor Gallagher

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of English midfielder Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid for a reported fee of £34.7 million.

The 25-year-old spent 18 months in the Spanish capital after joining Atletico from Chelsea in a £38m deal in the summer of 2024.

He was instrumental for Diego Simeone’s side in his first season, registering 50 appearances and four goals.

However, the Englishman has endured limited playing time this campaign, making only four La Liga starts, which promoted his desire to seek for options elsewhere.

Gallagher came from Chelsea’s youth system, Cobham, and made 95 senior appearances for the Blues after loan spells at Charlton Athletic, Swansea City, West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace.

Speaking on the Spurs official website, he said, “I’m so happy and excited to be here, taking the next step in my career at an amazing club.

“I wanted to be a Spurs player, and thankfully the Club felt the same. It was very easy; it happened very quickly, and I’m ready to get on the pitch.

“I know how great the fans are; I’m really happy to be a part of it here and want to create special moments and memories together.”

Gallagher has represented England across numerous age groups and earned his first senior call-up in November 2021, making his first appearance for the Three Lions shortly after in a 10-0 victory over San Marino.

He could make his debut for the Lilywhites on Saturday as Spurs hosts West Ham United in the Premier League.