Overview
- Tottenham confirmed a five-and-a-half-year contract for the 25-year-old, keeping him at the club until 2031.
- British media reported a fee of about £34–35m (€40m) after Spurs met Atletico Madrid’s valuation for a permanent transfer.
- Aston Villa pursued Gallagher on an initial loan, but Atletico preferred a sale and Spurs completed the move ahead of their rivals.
- Head coach Thomas Frank described Gallagher as a top midfielder who will bring leadership, running power and pressing quality.
- Spurs said Bentancur will be sidelined for up to three months after surgery, and the club is also working on January additions, including a reported £13m move for Santos left-back Souza.