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De Zerbi Will Block Conor Gallagher’s January Exit

Spurs' contract control through 2031 gives the club the leverage to refuse offers during the winter window.

Overview

  • Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has told club decision‑makers he does not want to sell Conor Gallagher in the January transfer window and plans to keep him in the squad.
  • Multiple Premier League teams, including Crystal Palace, Leeds, Everton and Aston Villa, are reported to be monitoring Gallagher and would consider moves if Tottenham made him available.
  • Gallagher has started only a handful of matches so far this season, a lack of regular minutes that has fuelled outside interest and questions about his long‑term role.
  • The midfielder joined Spurs from Atlético Madrid in January 2026 for about £34m and is under contract until 2031, which strengthens Tottenham’s position against midseason bids.
  • The situation could change if Gallagher’s playing time, De Zerbi’s squad needs, or the player’s own preference shift before the window opens, so rival clubs are expected to keep watching developments.