Chelsea Midfielder Conor Gallagher will become the most HATED player after he’s set to complete shock transfer to Premier League Rivals

Chelsea Midfielder Conor Gallagher is making headlines as he’s on the verge of a surprising transfer to a Premier League rival, which could potentially make him a less-than-popular figure among fans.

Reports suggest that Chelsea is eyeing Brentford striker Ivan Toney for a January move, but to make this happen, they might have to part ways with midfielder Conor Gallagher. Meanwhile, Arsenal remains keen on Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, and Manchester City is facing the possibility of Kalvin Phillips leaving in January.

It appears that Chelsea is looking to offload Gallagher for a reported £50 million to meet Financial Fair Play regulations and balance their books. According to ESPN, Chelsea is actively seeking this transfer to raise funds, and several clubs, including Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, and West Ham United, have shown interest in acquiring Gallagher’s services.

During the summer transfer window, Gallagher was a sought-after player, with Hammers, Spurs, and Everton making unsuccessful bids of around £40 million. Despite this, Chelsea is open to offers in January, and a slightly improved bid might just be enough to secure Gallagher’s departure.

The motivation behind this potential sale is Chelsea’s eagerness to bring in a new striker in January, particularly targeting Brentford’s Ivan Toney, who is valued at up to £80 million. Mauricio Pochettino reportedly has Toney on his transfer wishlist, and acquiring funds through Gallagher’s transfer could be crucial for Chelsea’s pursuit of the sought-after striker.