TOTTENHAM are convinced that signing Conor Gallagher from Chelsea this summer would be a great move.
The England international, 24, is yet to extend his Stamford Bridge deal, which will run out in the summer of 2025.
Ange Postecoglou is on the hunt for a midfielder with Spurs looking at another season without silverware.
The Aussie wants an all-action star, an imposing presence in the middle but who could also alternate with James Maddison in a more advanced position if required.
Gallagher fits that profile, and Chelsea have previously indicated they are willing to do a deal for the right price.
And transfer expert Dean Jones has spelled out how keen Spurs are on Chelsea’s homegrown star.
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He said: “Tottenham are absolutely convinced that he’s the kind of dream No8 that they’re after.
“So from a playing style, and personality on the pitch, Conor Gallagher really does fit the ethos of where they want to take this team.
“I’d say things that go against it at the moment are the fact that Conor Gallagher is Chelsea through and through.
“And that does sometimes play into whether a player would be willing to join a certain team.
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“I’m not ruling out that he would join Tottenham, but it’s something to consider.”
The midfielder, 23, has risen through the Blues’ academy and has been outshining the club’s big-money summer signings including £115million Moises Caicedo.
He has made 33 appearances this term and even skippered the Blues in Reece James’ absence.
That shows why Tottenham are so keen – and it is unclear who they would go for if a move for Gallagher failed..
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
