Ornstein: Chelsea ‘reach agreement’ for tenth summer signing but Gallagher remains in limbo

Chelsea have come to an agreement with Atletico Madrid for the permanent signing of Joao Felix.

The 24-year-old – who spent the second half of the 2022/2023 season on loan at Stamford Bridge – has agreed personal terms on a six-year contract with the option of an additional 12 months, The Athletic s David Ornstein has revealed.

that Chelsea had opened talks with Atletico over a move for the Portugal international after Samu Omorodion s proposed move to the Premier League side collapsed as the striker deemed them to be disrespectful in negotiations.

That failed deal has left Conor Gallagher – who s expected to complete a £36m move to Atletico – in limbo, with despite agreeing personal terms and completing a medical with the Spanish side.

And he…