Overview
- Fabrizio Romano reports Manchester United’s interest has been genuine since August, with any move hinging on Atlético Madrid opening the door to a loan in January and the player currently focused on his club.
- United regard Gallagher as an alternative to Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, whose price could reach about £70m according to recent reporting.
- Football Insider says Atlético are reluctant to approve a mid-season exit and would demand a huge fee for a permanent transfer.
- Gallagher has struggled for minutes in Spain this season, starting only four matches, which could make a temporary switch more plausible.
- United are also tracking midfielders such as Carlos Baleba, Angelo Stiller and Morten Hjulmand, though availability and January budget limits complicate plans.