CHELSEA star Conor Gallagher apologised on Sky Sports after his double sunk Crystal Palace.
The Blues came from behind to win 3-1 as the midfielder scored the equaliser and a 91st minute winner.
Enzo Fernandez then wrapped up the three points with the last kick of the game – but it was his team-mate who stole the show in a more advanced role in the Chelsea side.
Gallagher spent the 2021/22 season on loan at Crystal Palace and since leaving the club, he has come back to haunt his former employers.
The 24-year-old has won all of his four games against the Eagles and scored three goals against them.
On his record against Palace, Gallagher said on Sky Sports: “I do love them that’s the thing, it’s sad, but you can’t beat that feeling [of scoring].
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“So I’m sorry Palace fans.”
On his versatility, Gallagher said: “I have played in a number of positions this season.
“Holding midfield, box-to-box, No10 and even up front – but I’m happy to play anywhere for the manager.”
And he is greatly appreciated by Mauricio Pochettino, who referred to him as “priceless”.
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But uncertainty over his future at Stamford Bridge continues amid concerns over Financial Fair Play.
Selling Gallagher would count as 100 per cent profit as he is a homegrown player and the matter could be taken out of Pochettino’s hands.
London rivals Tottenham are interested in a £40million deal.
Asked about his contract situation while on England duty in November, Gallagher said: “I’m sure that will get sorted out.
“Everyone knows Chelsea is my club and I love playing for them.
“The fans are brilliant and I’m loving right now and I’m sure it will get itself sorted out.
“A lot was going on in the summer, a big transition in the club, a lot of players coming in, a lot of players leaving.
“I was lucky enough to stay and be a part of the manager’s plans.
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“Whatever he wants me to do I have been doing and I will keep working as hard as possible for him.
“It was a crazy period in terms of ins and outs at Chelsea and I had conversations with the manager and he expressed that he liked me as a player and I was in his plans and I was really happy with that.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
