Tottenham fans criticise Conor Gallagher as Fulham defeat deepens fears

Tottenham supporters have voiced their anger at midfielder Conor Gallagher after a 2-1 defeat by Fulham left the club just four points above the Premier League relegation zone.

Igor Tudor’s side are still searching for their first league win of 2026 following another disappointing afternoon at Craven Cottage.

First-half goals from Harry Wilson and Alex Iwobi condemned the visitors to a loss that significantly increases anxiety in north London.

The Lilywhites now sit in 16th place, holding a slender advantage over 18th-placed West Ham United.

Gallagher struggles on return to London

Much of the post-match frustration has been directed at January signing Conor Gallagher.

The England international arrived from Atletico Madrid for a reported £35m fee, tasked with adding energy and structure to the midfield engine room.

However, the former Chelsea player produced a difficult display against Marco Silva’s side.

Gallagher was withdrawn after 58 minutes having recorded a passing accuracy of just 74%.

Detailed statistics showed he lost possession with 12 of his 37 touches and won only one of four ground duels.

‘Offers absolutely nothing’

The performance prompted a fierce backlash on social media regarding the club’s recruitment strategy.

One supporter described Gallagher as “one of the worst pound-for-pound” signings in recent history.

Another post read:

“Conor Gallagher has made this team so much worse, if you can imagine such a thing.”

A third fan added that the midfielder “offers absolutely nothing” despite the significant financial outlay required to bring him back to the Premier League.

Relegation concerns mount

This latest setback has compounded fears that Tottenham could face a genuine battle for survival.

The club finished a lowly 17th last season under Ange Postecoglou but had enough of a buffer to avoid dropping into the Championship.

With rival teams in the danger zone showing improved form, Tudor’s adopted squad appears to be in a more precarious position this term.

Scrutiny is now turning toward the club’s hierarchy, with Gallagher understood to be the squad’s highest earner on wages exceeding £200,000 per week.