Amidst a summer of transfer speculation, Matt O’Riley’s performance in Celtic’s 4-0 victory over Kilmarnock spoke volumes. The midfielder was at the heart of everything, dictating play and reminding everyone why he’s caught the eye of clubs across Europe.
After the final whistle, O’Riley took to Instagram with the simple message, “Ooof it’s good to be back,” offering a glimpse into his current mindset. Despite the persistent bids and interest, Celtic have held their ground, reportedly valuing O’Riley at a fee that would surpass the club’s record £25 million sale of Kieran Tierney.
While the transfer talk continues, O’Riley’s performance and subsequent social media post suggest he isn’t pushing for a move this summer. Instead, he seems fully engaged with his role in the team, which will no doubt be a relief for Celtic fans eager to see him remain a key part of the squad.
With the window still open, the focus will stay on O’Riley, but his actions on and off the pitch hint at a player content with where he is, for now.
Celtic shot to the top of the table thanks to their 4-0 victory. Goals from Reo Hatate, Liam Scales, Nicolas Kuhn and Antony Ralston sealed an impressive and convincing win against Kilmarnock.
It’s a trip to Easter Road next for the Hoops which has historically been a tricky tie for Brendan Rodgers and Celtic.
