How the Spanish press reacted to Conor Gallagher's Atletico display vs Real Madrid
Conor Gallagher decided to swap England for sunny Spain in the summer transfer window, and here’s how the Spanish media reacted to his performance against Real Madrid on Sunday.
Chelsea parted ways with Conor Gallagher in the summer after watching him come through the academy at Cobham.
He joined the Spanish club for a fee believed to be in the region of £34 million.
Marcel Desailly actually sees the exit as a positive for Gallagher, stating that he feels he can reach another level over in Spain.
It’s a decision that was taken out of Chelsea’s hands really, as Gallagher had his heart set on a move away from Stamford Bridge in the summer.
Interestingly, Atletico Madrid played host to Real Madrid on Sunday, and this is how the press reacted to the midfielder’s display.
Spanish media reacts to Conor Gallagher’s display vs Real Madrid
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid is always a tasty encounter, and it didn’t disappoint.
It ended in a 1-1 draw, but it wasn’t without its controversies, as the game was temporarily suspended due to Atleti fans throwing objects at Thibaut Courtois.
Conor Gallagher started and played 70 minutes before being substituted.
Interestingly, the Spanish media had a mixed response with his display.
Marca stated.
‘Gallagher was in all areas of the medullary during the first act. The Englishman recovered numerous balls and is always support for his teammates. He left the field in the 70th minute for Correa to enter.’
AS reported.
‘A lot of responsibility in the exit of the ball with his presence in the double pivot, something that does not favor him, he prefers to go up lines, bite and prowl the opponent’s area.
‘He has legs to go and bite, he is a signing called to give a lot to the team, although it was not his most brilliant night. In the second half he teamed up with Koke, with the captain going down more to receive. They could not look for goal, one of their great strengths.’
Conor Gallagher’s stats vs Real Madrid
Both outlets are right in some ways, he wasn’t at his best, but he also wasn’t awful.
Gallagher had 58 touches, a passing accuracy of 94%, won four duels, was fouled twice, one clearance, blocked two shots, had two interceptions and was dribbled past once.
Chelsea fans clearly miss Conor Gallagher as they’ve still been singing his name at Stamford Bridge, but on the field there’s currently no place for him in the Blues midfield.
John Obi Mikel has tipped Moises Caicedo to become a future captain after his incredible performances.
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