Aston Villa are interested in signing Conor Gallagher from Chelsea this summer, talkSPORT understands.

Gallagher, who is a successful product of the Blues' Cobham academy, sees his current contract at Stamford Bridge expire next summer.

With the summer transfer window fast approaching, Villa are keen on the midfielder ahead their Champions League campaign next season.

However, Unai Emery's side will first have to sell under the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules before they could seal a deal.

Gallagher has made 49 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions this season, scoring seven goals and assisting another nine.

London rivals Tottenham have also been linked with a summer move but have so far been unwilling to meet his PS50million asking price.

Chelsea fans responded to such links by unfurling a large banner of Gallagher in the Shed End at Stamford Bridge in their 2-0 win over Spurs.

He even assisted Trevoh Chalobah for their opening goal that night, although his future at the Blues still remains uncertain.

Mauricio Pochettino, who admitted he is not involved in the future of the midfielder, could see his side secure European qualification.

Chelsea fan admits he was wrong about Mauricio Pochettino and claims he needs more time at the club after Premier League win over Nottingham Forest Chelsea need just a point against the Cherries to secure European football for next season, with the Europa Conference League their current destination in 6th.

However, should they stay in this position and Manchester City win the FA Cup final against Manchester United, then they will qualify for the Europa League instead.

They could also overtake Spurs and finish fifth with a win to seal their spot in European football's second tier competition but the north London side would have to fall to defeat at Sheffield United.

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