Conor Gallagher has sent Graham Potter a message following Chelsea’s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. The 22-year-old midfielder, who has struggled for game time with the Blues this season, was brought on for Kai Havertz with a quarter-of-an-hour to spare and he took the opportunity by the scruff of the neck, netting the match-winning goal against his former side. Speaking to BBC Sport, the Cobham graduate explained that he’s willing to do what it takes to ensure success at Stamford Bridge, inadvertently calling for his boss to entrust him with greater game time.
Connor Gallagher said: “I want to work as hard as I can for him [manager Graham Potter] and be available wherever he needs me, whether starting or coming off the bench. Obviously I want to start and I need to show him I’m good enough. It’s a very special moment to come on and get the winner and my first goal for Chelsea. It was written in the stars. Unfortunately, it came against Palace but I’m just buzzing to get my first goal. Everyone knows how much I loved it here [at Palace] and I thank the whole club and the fans – even today with the reception they gave me. Hopefully, I can build a bit of confidence with the goal and push on.”
