Matt O’Riley’s Celtic future hangs in the balance as Brendan Rodgers faces a fight to keep hold of his prize asset this window.
The Denmark international is in talks over a move to Brighton & Hove Albion, who have emerged as the latest in a long line of suitors keen to land his signature.
Southampton, Atalanta and Juventus have also been courting O’Riley. Chelsea were also mooted to be keen; however, they have since stepped back as he continues to make headlines on the transfer front.
Last campaign, the London-born man notched 19 goals and 18 assists in a magnificent individual showing that helped the Bhoys claim a domestic double. He has started this term in similar fettle, producing an outstanding display as Celtic swept Kilmarnock aside last Sunday in their league opener.
Now, reports have come to light detailing that a significant offer has been made for his services by a Premier League outfit.
Brighton & Hove Albion step up Matt O’Riley advances
According to HITC, Brighton have submitted ‘the largest offer of any club’ for O’Riley, exceeding £25 million as an overall package.
The Bhoys are demanding a record sale this window in the event of any departure. Atalanta have already seen a £15 million bid rebuffed earlier this summer, but the Seagulls are now ‘pushing hard’ to try and close a deal.
One man who won’t be arriving at Parkhead as part of any exchange or separate agreement is Brighton youngster Facundo Buonanotte. The Argentina international has agreed on a loan to Leicester City, putting to bed links with Celtic.
Fabian Hurzeler has also approved the sale of striker Denis Undav to Stuttgart, freeing up funds for the Premier League outfit to conduct business elsewhere.
Now, it remains to be seen what comes from negotiations between Celtic and Brighton. O’Riley has some big decisions to make as his future enters the spotlight.
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