A typical Conor Gallagher moment in Atletico Madrid's 1-0 victory over Athletic Club sparked a fervent reaction from Diego Simeone as they preserved their two-point advantage over both Barcelona and Real Madrid at the pinnacle of La Liga.
Julian Alvarez, acquired from City for an initial £64 million during the summer, netted his 21st goal of the season for Simeone's squad midway through the second half at the Metropolitano Stadium. However, it was another summer recruit who captured the limelight with his viral contribution.
Gallagher has made 33 appearances for the Spanish side, starting roughly half of those contests, and has contributed two goals and four assists while operating in both his natural central midfield role and on the left flank.
"He is the kind of player who suits us and El Cholo," a source from Atletico recently commented.