Tottenham Hotspur made a huge transfer splash in the Premier League market on Monday, bringing former Chelsea (and Crystal Palace) man Conor Gallagher back to E

Former Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher is one the verge of completing a high-profile move to Tottenham, sealing a controversial switch across London rivals.

Mauricio Pochettino, who has been linked with a return to Spurs following the World Cup, was a big fan of Gallagher during their time at Stamford Bridge, and the midfielder enjoyed his best season at Chelsea under the Argentine.

IT would be fitting if Conor Gallagher became the first major Spurs signing of the post-Daniel Levy era – given the ex-chairman passed up the chance to buy him 18 months ago. Ange

David Ornstein soon revealed that Spurs were closing in on a €40million (£35m) deal for Gallagher. This was followed by Romano, who has given Gallagher’s switch to Spurs his ‘here we go’ confirmation.

Aston Villa have made a bold move in the January transfer window, submitting a £52 million (€60m) bid to sign Barcelona forward Ferran Torres, according to Fichajes.

Tottenham appear primed to hijack Aston Villa's proposed move for Atletico Madrid star Conor Gallagher. Unai Emery's side have been on the lookout for more strength in depth as they try to keep touch in the Premier League title race,