Atlético legend · 2024–2026

Conor Gallagher

England · Midfielder

The Chelsea academy midfielder who brought English energy to Simeone's side for two seasons.

League games: 51
League goals: 5
Caps for England: 22

The story of Conor Gallagher

Conor Gallagher joined Atlético from Chelsea in the summer of 2024, an England international midfielder known for his work rate and his willingness to press high. His style made him a natural fit for Diego Simeone.

Two seasons in Madrid

Gallagher played around 50 league games for Atlético, adding goals from midfield and constant pressure on the ball. He was one of several signings of that summer, alongside Julián Alvarez, Alexander Sørloth and Robin Le Normand, who changed the shape of the squad.

Legacy

He returned to England in 2026 to join Tottenham Hotspur. His stay was short, but supporters appreciated a player who adapted quickly to a new league and never stopped running.

Conor Gallagher's goals for Atlético since 2002

6 goals in the match sheets we hold (1221 Atlético matches from 2002 on).

Against

By competition

La Liga 4
Champions League 2

First goal: Valencia, 15 September 2024

Last goal: Girona, 21 December 2025

Career

Years	Club	Games	Goals
2019–2024	Chelsea	72	8
2019–2020	Charlton Athletic(loan)	26	6
2020	Swansea City(loan)	19	0
2020–2021	West Bromwich Albion(loan)	30	2
2021–2022	Crystal Palace(loan)	34	8
2024–2026	Atlético Madrid	51	5
2026–	Tottenham Hotspur	24	2
2021–	England (national team)	22	1

League games and goals for each club; Atlético rows are highlighted.

Quick answers

How many games did Conor Gallagher play for Atlético Madrid?

Conor Gallagher played 51 league games for Atlético de Madrid and scored 5 league goals (2024–2026).

Facts from Wikipedia · Wikidata · ESPN. Photo: GrassShoots!, Public domain.