Chelsea has been highly active in the transfer market under Todd Boehly’s expensive squad overhaul in the past year. Despite making significant additions, the future of some current stars remains uncertain.
Gallagher, whose contract is due to expire in June 2025, has attracted attention as he approaches the final year of his Chelsea contract. Despite expectations of his departure during the summer window, the 23-year-old midfielder has played a vital role for Chelsea this season, featuring in all 12 Premier League matches under Mauricio Pochettino.
While Tottenham showed interest in Gallagher, negotiations with Chelsea fell through, with the club seeking £45 million on the transfer deadline day. Despite initial uncertainty after the arrival of midfielder Romeo Lavia, injuries to Lavia have provided Gallagher with a starting position, and his performances have been impressive.
Sources suggest that Gallagher is eager to stay at Chelsea and is prepared to sign a new contract. However, an official contract offer has not been extended by the club, and talks on the renewal are yet to commence, contrary to reports suggesting an imminent agreement.
While a new contract is a possibility, there is still work to be done before Gallagher’s stay at Stamford Bridge is prolonged. West Ham and Spurs are closely monitoring the situation, and Liverpool has previously been linked with Gallagher. Despite Lavia’s return from injury, Gallagher’s potential departure for the new signing poses a dilemma for Pochettino.
A January departure for Gallagher seems unlikely, and it is anticipated that a new deal will be offered. However, if by the summer of 2024, he has not signed an extension, the situation could become intriguing for the Cobham youth product.