Man UTD transfer ‘appeal’ for England international as Red Devils prepare January move

Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher is reportedly ‘open’ to a move to Man Utd in the January transfer window ahead of the World Cup.

The Red Devils spent more than £200 million in the summer transfer market as Inves backed Ruben Amorim to turn things around after a disastrous 15th-place finish in the Premier League in 2024/25.

Man utd Brought in three new attackers Brine is the blood systemwhile goalkeeper Sean Lemons and youngster Diego Leon also joined.

Many Man Utd fans and former players believed that not signing a new midfielder in the summer was a huge oversight, although the Red Devils have made a number of inquiries for players in that position.

Brighton’s Carlos Bieleba topped their list but his astronomical price tag put Man Utd off, while they made a late inquiry from Gallagher as they looked to secure a loan deal for the England international.

Gallagher has made 16 appearances for Atletico Madrid in all competitions so far this term but only four of those have been from the start.

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And now United in focus It is claimed that Gallagher is ‘now open’ to a move to Manchester United in the winter transfer window to sign a new midfielder in January.

Their budget is set to tighten, with former Chelsea midfielder Gallagher ‘a potential target ahead of the likes of Elliott Anderson or Carlos Bieleba’ in January.

With the World Cup around the corner, Gallagher believes he Should be in contention for a place in the squad But currently he has no chance as a bit part player at Atletico.

And now journalist Graeme Bailey has told United in focus That Man A move to UTD is now “an attractive option for him”.

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Bailey said: “Gallagher has become increasingly disillusioned at Atletico. He is settled in the Spanish capital but firmly believes he can and should be in contention for England. It’s not going to happen without a game.

“Gallagher is aware of the interest and I’m told United are an attractive option for him.

“United are aware that other clubs are showing an interest, and will make a decision in the coming weeks ahead of the January window.

“Despite being pleased with his form in recent weeks, the belief within the club is that additional holding midfield options are needed and Gallagher could very well provide that.”