Conor Gallagher is an English professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for La Liga club Atlético Madrid and the England national team.
He started his career with Chelsea, the team he has been with since joining their youth academy.
Over the past few years, Gallagher has gained valuable experience through multiple loan spells. From 2019 to 2022, he spent time with EFL Championship clubs Charlton Athletic and Swansea City, as well as Premier League clubs West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace.
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- Full name: Conor John Gallagher
- Stage name: Conor Gallagher
- Date of birth: February 6, 2000
- Age: 24 years old
- Place of birth: Epsom, England.
- Nationality: English
- Occupation: English football player
- Height: 1.82 m
- Parents: Surrey to Lee, Samantha Gallagher
- Siblings: Jake Gallagher, Josh Gallagher, Dan Gallagher
- Girlfriend: Aine May Kennedy
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Dating
- Net worth: £4,071,600
Early life and education
Conor John Gallagher was born on February 6, 2000 in Epsom, England. He was raised by his parents, Surrey, to Lee and Samantha Gallagher, and is the youngest of their four sons.
His brothers, Jake Gallagher, Josh Gallagher and Dan Gallagher, are all non-League footballers.
Conor grew up in Great Bookham and attended Howard of Effingham School. His ethnicity is white, but his religion is unknown.
Career
Conor Gallagher began his professional career with Chelsea but spent time on loan at several EFL Championship and Premier League clubs between 2019 and 2022, including Charlton Athletic, Swansea City, West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace . At Crystal Palace for the 2021-22 season, Gallagher was named the club’s Player of the Year.
Gallagher made his debut for the Chelsea first team in the 2022-23 season and quickly established himself as a valuable member of the squad.
However, in 2024, he made a surprising move by joining La Liga club Atlético Madrid on a five-year contract for a reported fee of around £34 million.
Gallagher’s impressive performance also earned him a place in the England national team. He has represented England at various youth levels and made his debut for the national team in 2021.
Gallagher has been included in England’s squad for the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024, although he was not a substitute at the World Cup and only made one substitute appearance and one start at the Euros.
His move to Atlético Madrid was met with mixed reactions from Chelsea fans, as he had become an important player for the club.
However, Gallagher’s move to La Liga is a new challenge and opportunity in his young career.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @conorgallagh
Personal life
Conor Gallagher, an English professional footballer, has been in a long-term relationship with Aine May Kennedy, an Irish model and influencer, since 2018.
The couple is often seen together at various events and often shares their travels and adventures on social media, demonstrating their strong relationship.
Although not married, Gallagher and Kennedy appear to be a committed and happy couple. They have been dating for over 4 years, showing that their relationship is very stable and long-lasting.
Net worth
Conor Gallagher, an English footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Chelsea, currently earns £17,000 per week, equivalent to £884,000 per year.
His net worth is estimated to be £4,071,600. This number could include his income from his playing contract and any additional income he may have from endorsements or other business ventures.
Gallagher’s current contract with Chelsea expires on June 30, 2025, meaning he will be contracted to the club for the next three and a half years.