Overview
- Fabrizio Romano reports Manchester United’s interest has been genuine since August and that a loan would be pursued if Atlético Madrid open the door.
- Atlético are described as reluctant to sanction a mid-season sale and would seek a significant fee, while Gallagher’s game time in Madrid has been limited.
- United’s recruitment plans prioritize adding a central midfielder in January under Ruben Amorim’s direction.
- Gallagher is viewed as a more attainable option than Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, who could cost about £70m according to recent reports.
- Availability concerns over targets such as Carlos Baleba and Angelo Stiller keep Gallagher on United’s shortlist, though pundits are split on his fit for Amorim’s system.