Europa League winners, Atalanta have formally entered the race to sign Celtic’s 23-year-old midfield star Matt O’Riley. The Italian club has submitted their first bid, setting the stage for what could be a competitive negotiations. [Fabrizio Romano]
Several Premier League clubs have also shown strong interest in the Danish international, but Atalanta are particularly determined to secure O’Riley’s signature.
The midfielder has been a standout performer for Celtic, drawing significant attention with his technical skill, vision, and consistent performances. His contributions have been pivotal to Celtic’s success last season, winning young player of the year, player of the year and players player of the year.
Celtic fans don’t want to be hearing that they might be losing arguably their best midfielder at time when they want to see quality incomings.
There has been no acquisitions so far and with around three weeks left until the new season, the bhoys still don’t have a new number one to take over from the now retired Joe Hart.
Celtic will soon depart for a three-game tour in America, facing Manchester City, DC United, and Chelsea. Matt O’Riley is expected to travel with the squad, with no immediate decision on his future expected until later in the window.
