CONOR GALLAGHER’s dream chance in the Chelsea first team has turned into a nightmare.
The midfielder, 22, was shown a red card after just 28 MINUTES against Leicester to add to his woes.
Gallagher was awarded his second start in a row alongside Jorginho but couldn’t make it count again.
It’s time for the hugely-talented youngster to review if it was the right decision to stay and fight for his place at Stamford Bridge.
He will serve his suspension on Tuesday as the Blues travel to Southampton.
Mateo Kovacic will come in to replace Gallagher and who knows when, or if, he wins his place back.
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The season-long loan at Crystal Palace last term saw Gallagher rightly heralded at Selhurst Park.
The playmaker was one of the Eagle’s best performers and scored eight goals and created a further five, deservingly catching the eye of England boss Gareth Southgate.
But he will is at risk of losing his place on the plane to Qatar at this rate if he stays at Chelsea, with his gametime potentially limited.
The London-born star flew into a couple of tackles early doors today but his over zealous attitude and eagerness to impress was to blame for his sending off.
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This after he was hauled off after an hour in the shambles at Elland Road last Sunday against Leeds.
A move back to Palace could still happen before the transfer market closes this week, while Newcastle and West Ham are also said to be interested in one of English football’s brightest young stars.
The South London side are still reportedly hopeful of bringing Conor Gallagher back to the club and saving his World Cup dream.
While his desire to make a name for himself at the Bridge is admirable, he could do well to consider Patrick Viera’s offer while it still stands.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
