da apostebet： Conor Gallagher has responded to rumours he could leave Chelsea and revealed he was sad to see Mauricio Pochettino leave Stamford Bridge.

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Gallagher tipped to leave Chelsea in the summerMidfielder not worried about his futureLavished praise on ex-manager PochettinoWHAT HAPPENED?

Gallagher's tenure at Chelsea has been marked by his ascent to a leadership role, particularly during a challenging season that saw him step up as captain following Reece James' injury. His impressive performances earned him a spot in England's squad for Euro 2024 where he is set to partner Jude Bellingham in the centre of the park.

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However, Gallagher's future in West London is far from secure as Chelsea are fighting to balance their books and comply with the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules. Any sale of Gallagher, who has been with Chelsea for 17 years, would be seen as 'pure profit', potentially aiding the club's financial standing.

WHAT GALLAGHER SAID

Amid speculation linking him to potential moves to Aston Villa or Tottenham, Gallagher has made it clear that his current focus is entirely on the national team. "I'm a Chelsea player right now and I'm just thinking about England and the tournament," Gallagher told reporters. "It's not difficult. I'm away with England and I couldn't be happier with the position I’m in. I've just been focusing on England. This is the most important thing right now for me and the country. I'm hoping I can help the team more on the pitch in this tournament."

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Gallagher's contributions last season were notable, with five Premier League goals and seven assists in 37 out of 38 league games. His impressive form under Pochettino's management played a crucial role in Chelsea's strong finish, which included five consecutive wins to secure a sixth-place position. Despite this, Pochettino's departure and the subsequent appointment of Enzo Maresca have introduced new dynamics at the club.

Reflecting on Pochettino's exit, Gallagher stated: "I've come a long way this season. Pochettino has done so much for me. I was sad, sad for him and the coaching staff. Credit to Pochettino for what he has done for me. He has given me a lot of responsibility and trust at Chelsea and it puts me in a better position to be a bigger part of the squad for this tournament."