Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly on the verge of signing Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher in a deal worth around £34.6 million. The move comes as Spurs seek to bolster their midfield options following a hamstring injury to Rodrigo Bentancur, which is expected to keep him sidelined for at least three months.

Gallagher, 25, only moved to Atletico Madrid in 2024 from Chelsea, but has struggled to secure a regular starting place under Diego Simeone, making just four league starts this season. This lack of game time has fueled his desire to return to the Premier League to increase his chances of being selected for England's World Cup squad.

Tottenham have moved quickly to secure Gallagher's signature, reportedly hijacking Aston Villa's attempts to sign the midfielder. Villa had been in discussions with Atletico Madrid, hoping to agree a loan deal with an obligation to buy, but the Spanish club are said to prefer a permanent transfer. Manchester United had also been linked with the player.

Sources indicate that Gallagher is keen on the move to Tottenham and has already informed Atletico Madrid of his decision. He is reportedly excited by the prospect of becoming a key player under Spurs' manager, Thomas Frank, and being central to the club's rebuild. Some reports even suggest that Tottenham are prepared to make Gallagher their best-paid player, exceeding their current wage structure.

The potential arrival of Gallagher could provide Tottenham with a significant boost in midfield. Known for his energy, work rate, and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively, Gallagher could fill the void left by Bentancur's injury and add competition for places in the squad.

The deal is not yet finalized, and talks between Tottenham and Atletico Madrid are ongoing. However, all indications suggest that an agreement is close, and Gallagher could soon be returning to the Premier League as a Tottenham Hotspur player.