There have been rumors circulating about Chelsea demanding a hefty sum for Gallagher, but according to Ben Jacobs, who appeared on The Done Deal Show, this potential transfer could be secured for a reasonably fair price.
Jacobs suggested that an initial offer of £45m along with additional performance-based payments might catch Chelsea’s attention.
Conor Gallagher’s name continues to be associated with a potential move to Tottenham Hotspur.
The talented Chelsea player is reportedly highly regarded by Spurs, but the deal appears to be presenting challenges.
Jacobs shared insights about the impressive player, stating, “Tottenham made an attempt to sign Gallagher on deadline day, but the proposed package was capped at £35m, whereas Chelsea sought an additional £10m. Now it seems that Chelsea is looking for an extra £15-20m. I’ve been informed that an offer of £45m, including guaranteed payments and bonuses, could pique Chelsea’s interest, depending on the deal structure.”
Despite the apparent attractiveness of a £45m offer for Gallagher considering his age and skill level, it’s understandable if Spurs have reservations about paying such a substantial amount.
Gallagher has less than 18 months left on his contract, typically prompting a discount in transfer negotiations. However, in this case, a bargain fee for Gallagher seems unlikely, and there’s a sense that if Spurs delay, the asking price may decrease further.
While £45m for a 23-year-old English international isn’t exorbitant, it’s not a steal either. Therefore, Spurs may need to carefully consider the pros and cons of pursuing this move at this time.
Whether Tottenham will pursue Gallagher remains uncertain. From our perspective, they might be better off waiting until summer to reassess the situation.
