Tottenham Hotspur are expected to sign a new midfielder this summer, but one of their Premier League rivals are still waiting to see whether the Lilywhites to approach them about a player they are open to selling.
The latest on Tottenham‘s pursuit of Chelsea star, Conor Gallagher, comes from 90min, with a claim that the Blues are not prepared to lower their demands for the midfielder, and are on standby in case Spurs do act on their reported interest.
It is thought Chelsea are “standing firm” on the valuation of Gallagher, believed to be around £35-40m. They have already rejected an offer from Atletico Madrid, while Aston Villa may be priced out of a move.
Now, the Blues are “waiting to see” if Spurs will step up their interest and make an actual offer for the England international.
Gallagher is into the final 12 months of his contract but it is suggested that Chelsea might keep hold of him if no “suitable offers” come in this summer, and may look to tie him down with a new deal.