Frantic hours of the market with Valencia CF in the middle. When it seemed that Javi Guerra's arrival at Atlético de Madrid was a fact, Conor Gallagher 's response has given a radical turn to the situation. The English player will be a new player for the Colchonero team and the departure of the Valencian youth squad remains up in the air.
This was reported this morning by Fabrizio Romano, who explains that Conor Gallagher has said "yes" to Atlético de Madrid after a few long days without a response. With English, all the contractual terms are already agreed upon. The man who was captain of Chelsea FC last season arrives for an amount of 40 million euros, becoming the most expensive signing in LaLiga this transfer market.
Atlético's plan B: Javi Guerra
It should be remembered that Atlético de Madrid activated Javi Guerra's alternative this weekend, plan B if Conor Gallagher failed. The general feeling was that it was going to be a "no", so the colchonero team agreed everything with Valencia CF and with the Spanish midfielder. A transfer for 25 million euros plus 5 million in variables and a percentage of a future sale was anticipated.
Now, we just need to see how Atlético behaves with Javi Guerra and if it really respects what was agreed with him or it was simply plan B in case Gallagher failed. The next few hours will be key to knowing the final position of the Madrid club. Meanwhile, the Valencia youth squad waits.
These have been very busy weeks at Atlético de Madrid. After the official announcements of Robin Le Normand and Alexander Sorloth , the incorporation of Conor Gallagher is now closed to have a great signing on each line. The total investment, including the one that will be made by English, already exceeds 100 million euros.
The opportunity for Joan Laporta and Florentino Pérez
With Gallagher 's signing confirmed, Joan Laporta and Florentino Pérez have wasted no time in adjusting their strategies. Laporta, president of FC Barcelona, is attentive to the situation of Javi Guerra, since his signing for Atlético could fall through. Guerra, Valencia's young talent, is an attractive option to rejuvenate the Barça squad.
Florentino Pérez, president of Real Madrid, is also closely monitoring the situation. Always looking for opportunities to strengthen their squad, Madrid's interest in Guerra could intensify if the player shows a willingness to consider offers. Florentino Pérez has proven to be very skilled in closing strategic signings, and Guerra could be a key piece for the future of the Merengue midfield.