Man United left reeling as Fabrizio Romano issues huge Conor Gallagher to Villa update | OneFootball

Fabrizio Romano has provided a significant update on Conor Gallagher’s future, which could end any hopes Manchester United harboured of signing the player this month.

Gallagher on United’s radar

United are believed to be on the hunt for midfielder reinforcements, having spent the bulk of their summer transfer budget on bolstering the attacking department.

The club explored the addition of a midfielder to their ranks, identifying Brighton and Hove Albion’s Carlos Baleba as their top target. However, they pulled out of talks after learning of the Seagulls’ prohibitive asking price.

Interest in Baleba remains firm, and there were even rumours that United asked about him at the early stages of the month. But the Cameroonian is not the only midfielder wanted by the Red Devils, with the likes of Eliott Anderson (Nottingham Forest) and Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace) also on the list.

Gallagher’s name has also repeatedly popped up, with the England international being viewed as a more affordable alternative.

Atletico Madrid are thought to be open to letting Gallagher leave even though he enjoys a positive relationship with Diego Simeone.

Gallagher has made 27 appearances for Atletico across competitions this season. He has notched three goals and one assist in that period. There have been suggestions that United were keen on a loan deal for the former Chelsea man, who would not oppose a return to the Premier League.

A report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that Villa also want Gallagher and now, it’s being said that Unai Emery’s side are on the verge of landing him, dealing a fatal blow to United.

Gallagher update

According to journalist Matteo Moretto on X, “Aston Villa and Atlético de Madrid are in advanced negotiations over Conor Gallagher.”

“This is a loan deal with an option to buy that could become mandatory. There are still a few details to iron out between the parties, but there’s good rapport.”

“Other English clubs are also closely following Gallagher’s situation and are considering making an offer in the coming hours.”