Atletico Madrid's manager, Diego Simeone, lauds Conor Gallagher's seamless integration into LaLiga since his transfer from Chelsea for â¬40m. Known for his versatility, Gallagher has effectively played various positions, injecting energy and intensity into the team. Despite the challenges faced by English players adapting to Spanish football, Gallagher has excelled, boasting impressive statistics, including 28 tackles and two goals in his appearances. Simeone, while encouraging Gallagher's potential, also highlights the need for improvement in the performance of fellow player Nahuel Molina, emphasizing the personal nature of player development.
"When we think of him we think of his youth, energy and intensity in the game. He also strikes the ball very well," Simeone said.
"It's never easy for players coming from England to adapt to the Spanish championship, to the language. He has competed very well in different places and in positions where he doesn't feel more comfortable."
"He will evolve, he has room for growth. He is very intense in offensive and defensive play, he brings a lot to us."
"He's a person, first and foremost, that's why sometimes he's better and other times not so much," Simeone said.
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