Report: Tottenham Hotspur have joined the race to sign La Liga midfielder

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Tottenham revive Conor Gallagher pursuit amid Premier League rivalry

Tottenham Hotspur’s renewed interest in Conor Gallagher underlines a familiar January urgency in North London, one sharpened by circumstance and opportunity. As reported by Football London, Spurs are again exploring a deal for the former Chelsea midfielder, although they face competition from Aston Villa in a race that feels as much about timing as conviction.

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Tottenham’s need for reinforcements is clear, even if the managerial picture remains clouded. The FA Cup third-round defeat to Villa has only intensified scrutiny on Thomas Frank, whose future is uncertain. That context matters, because Gallagher is a player who thrives on clarity of role and trust, qualities Spurs have sometimes struggled to provide in turbulent moments.

Atletico Madrid stance shapes January market

Gallagher’s situation at Atletico Madrid is central to any deal. The Spanish club are understood to be open only to a permanent transfer, ruling out loan structures with options or obligations to buy. Villa have already opened talks, while Spurs have stepped up their long-standing interest with informal discussions over the weekend.

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This firm stance has cooled enthusiasm among other European suitors, many of whom would prefer a loan. For Tottenham, the insistence on a permanent deal raises familiar questions about January value and long-term planning, yet it also offers a rare chance to secure a proven Premier League midfielder in his prime.

Premier League return appeals ahead of World Cup

At 25, Gallagher has made 27 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring twice and adding one assist. Yet his role under Diego Simeone has been inconsistent, often deployed out of position and without sustained trust. With 22 England caps already banked, the lure of a Premier League return is strong as he seeks to impress Thomas Tuchel ahead of the summer World Cup.

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That ambition is grounded in evidence. Gallagher’s breakout loan at Crystal Palace in 2021-22 showcased his energy and end product, qualities that later saw him captain Chelsea before a £33 million move to Spain. The sense now is of unfinished business rather than decline.

Spurs recruitment picture broadens

Football London report that Spurs’ hierarchy have identified needs across the pitch, including a left-back, left winger, central midfielder and potentially a centre-back. Progress is already being made elsewhere, with Santos left-sided full-back Santos Souza set for a £13 million move, while a loan approach from Roma for Radu Dragusin has been rejected.

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Gallagher, though, would be the statement. A player who fits the Premier League’s rhythm, brings intensity and leadership, and could quickly reconnect with a Spurs fanbase eager for momentum.

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Gallagher feels like the sort of signing that makes sense on multiple levels. He knows the league, he presses relentlessly, and he brings an edge that has too often been missing in midfield. Spurs fans have watched too many January windows drift by with half measures, so the idea of committing to a permanent deal, even at a premium, has appeal.

There is also a strong emotional pull. Seeing a former Chelsea captain choosing Spurs would feel like a small statement of intent, a signal that the club can still attract players who want responsibility and minutes rather than comfort. Supporters will point to his Palace season and argue that, in the right system, he elevates those around him.

The concern, as ever, sits with coherence. With Frank’s future uncertain, fans will worry about recruitment without a settled vision. Gallagher needs a defined role, box to box energy, clear instructions, and a manager willing to trust him through form dips. If Spurs can offer that, this could be a shrewd move that pays off quickly. If not, it risks becoming another January compromise that satisfies urgency but not direction.

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