One Englishman out – another in. German giants Borussia Dortmund have got the most talented central midfielder in their ranks, but they’re aware he will be gone soon. And if Jude Bellingham indeed departs Westfalenstadion, then Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher is one of the candidates to replace him.##NAJAVA_MECA_7208818##Although we still cannot tell where Bellingham will continue his career, it seems only a matter of time before one of the most powerful clubs dishes out around $100 million to secure the signature of the 19-year-old wonderkid. BVB directors already have a list of potential replacements on which they would spend a chunk of the transfer fee for the former Birmingham City youngster.German reporter Florian Plettenberg claims that Gallagher is on the “list”, although there haven’t been talks between the two clubs just yet. Chelsea’s boy was excellent on loan with Crystal Palace last season, but this year he couldn’t show his talent in a malfunctioning team at Stamford Bridge. However, he still scored two goals and made an assist in 28 appearances. The Germans believe Conor’s talent is worth the $50 million price tag.News #Gallagher: He’s on the list of #BVB confirmed. They are monitoring his situation. But nothing advanced at this stage. No concrete talks. His future at Chelsea is open. Understand he could really leave Chelsea in summer. Valuation of around €50m. #CFC @SkySportDE 🏴 pic.twitter.com/58wiL4kqRs— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) April 24, 2023 Borussia’s sporting director Sebastian Kehl is working around the clock to build the team for the next season. They’ve already agreed to sign two free agents with proven records: Ramy Bensebaini from Borussia Monchengladbach and Eintracht’s Japanese midfielder Daichi Kamada.
