Report: Spurs plotting transfer hijack as two clubs near an agreement

Football Insider report that Tottenham Hotspur have not given up hope of hijacking Atletico Madrid’s pursuit of Conor Gallagher.

Conor Gallagher to Atletico Madrid?

The report backs up what we have already heard from a number of sources by stating that Atletico are now in advanced talks with Chelsea over a deal for Gallagher.

However, the report makes it clear that the two clubs are yet to fully agree on a fee for the 24-year-old, with the Blues keen on securing over £40m for their academy graduate while the La Liga side have only offered £30m so far.

But could Tottenham attempt to hijack a deal? That’s the phrase Football Insider are using.

Tottenham and Aston Villa are still keen

The report points out that Spurs have been chasing Gallagher for a while and are yet to give up on the midfielder as they look to bolster their squad with homegrown talent ahead of the new season.

However, Ange Postecoglou’s men face one further complication in their pursuit, which is that Aston Villa also remain interested in the England international.

Finally, the publication adds that Atletico remain confident of winning the race for Gallagher despite the interest from the two Premier League sides.

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It sounds like Atletico are currently in the driver’s seat but the door is still open for Spurs to come in and make a bigger offer.

As things stand, it does not appear as if the Lilywhites are overly keen on entering the race.

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