"In a dramatic twist to the January window, Tottenham have swooped in at the eleventh hour to secure Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher, snatching the England international from under the noses of Premier League rivals Aston Villa. Villa had reportedly entered formal talks with the Spanish side, but Spurs moved decisively on Monday to agree to a fee believed to be in the region of 35-40 million."
"Fabrizio Romano confirmed the move late last night with his signature here we go, validating reports that Gallagher has already informed Atletico of his desire to return to London. This marquee signing marks a significant statement of intent from the Tottenham board, who have been under immense pressure to back manager Thomas Frank following a dismal first half of the campaign."
Tottenham moved late in the January window to sign Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher, reportedly agreeing a fee in the region of 35–40 million and disrupting Aston Villa’s pursuit. Fabrizio Romano confirmed the transfer with his "here we go" stamp, and Gallagher has told Atletico he wants to return to London. The signing is framed as a decisive statement from the Tottenham board to support manager Thomas Frank after a poor first half of the season. Combined with the Souza signing, the club is blending future talent with immediate experience, and insiders hint at at least one more significant January addition as Tottenham pivot to plug-and-play starters.
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