The transfer saga surrounding Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley and a potential move to Brighton has reached a critical juncture. According to reports from prominent journalist Stephen McGowan, Brighton has submitted a formal bid and is prepared to break the Scottish transfer record to secure the player. This bid would exceed the £25 million that Arsenal paid for Kieran Tierney, marking a new high in Scottish football transfers.
Brighton is confident in meeting Celtic’s valuation for O’Riley, who is under contract until 2027. Despite the speculation, O’Riley has not pushed for a move and has maintained a professional attitude, earning praise from Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers.
O’Riley, who joined Celtic for just £1.5 million from MK Dons, was a standout performer last season, winning several major awards including Celtic’s Player of the Year, Young Player of the Year, and Players’ Player of the Year. His performances have established him as one of Celtic’s best signings in recent years, significantly increasing his market value.
If a deal is reached, the final decision will rest with O’Riley—whether to stay with Celtic, where he can play in the Champions League, or move to the Premier League with Brighton. The allure of the EPL might prove to be a decisive factor in his decision.
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