Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher has agreed to join Atletico Madrid. Last week, the Blues accepted a £33m offer from the Spanish side, but there were concerns about Gallagher’s interest in the move. However, on Sunday night, the 24-year-old informed Atletico officials that he was happy to make the switch. Gallagher, a product of the Chelsea academy, is now expected to travel and complete his medical and contract signing, effectively ending his 18-year spell at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea had offered him a two-year deal with an option for an additional year, but Gallagher found it unfavorable due to both the contract length and the inferior squad role offered. A division had developed between Gallagher and Chelsea, as he was ill-suited to new manager Enzo Maresca’s possession-based style of play and would not be a regular starter under the Italian. Gallagher, who appeared in five matches at Euro 2024, has less than a year remaining on his current Chelsea contract. Chelsea preferred to sell him abroad rather than to an English rival, thus allowing Atletico to secure a discounted deal.