Anything can happen — Enzo Maresca open to selling Chelsea star

Anything can happen — Enzo Maresca open to selling Chelsea star

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 10:13 - 31.07.2024

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has opened the door for one of the team's star players to leave the club this summer.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has suggested that Conor Gallagher's future at the club is uncertain, amid strong interest from Atletico Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur.

The England midfielder is the subject of ongoing negotiations with the Spanish giants, with a potential deal worth at least €35 million, including add-ons.

Enzo Maresca open to Gallagher sale

When asked about Gallagher's situation, Maresca stated, "At the moment, Conor will be back with us at Cobham in the next few days. He will train with us." However, he also acknowledged that the transfer window is open, leaving room for possibilities.

Conor Gallagher in action for Chelsea (Imago/PA Images)
Enzo Maresca at Stamford Bridge

"The transfer window is open. Anything can happen, not only with Conor but for all the players," Maresca added.

Atletico Madrid are reportedly leading the race for the player's signature, but Tottenham Hotspur are also believed to be interested.

Meanwhile, the Blues are reportedly negotiating with Napoli over a deal that would send Romelu Lukaku to the Serie A side and potentially bring Victor Osimhen to Stamford Bridge on loan.

Osimhen's agent has since denied this possibility, but as no club even comes close to paying the striker's hefty release clause, this could be a sound solution.