It was expected that Chelsea will sell Conor Gallagher this summer to balance the books, amid PSR restrictions.

Interestingly, Chelsea haven’t sold Conor Gallagher, but the Blues have rather made a number of signings instead.

Journalist Nizaar Kinsella has explained why Chelsea are able to complete transfers this summer without PSR issues, despite not selling Conor Gallagher.

He said: “Chelsea have sold £85m worth of talent, which includes Ian Maatsen to Aston Villa, Lewis Hall to Newcastle United and Omari Hutchinson to Ipswich Town, to help fund their latest transfer splurge.

“There was also the controversial sale of two hotels for £76.5m to a sister company that helped balance the last set of books, while Mason Mount’s £55m transfer to Manchester United is believed to have been on the 2023-24 season accounts.

“They also anticipate the banking of a sizeable windfall for participating in the inaugural summer Club World Cup next season.”

Surely, no one saw this coming from the Chelsea owners. The Blues are no longer under pressure to sell Conor Gallagher.