Brighton & Hove Albion have secured the signing of Denmark international midfielder Matt O’Riley from Celtic for a reported fee of £25 million ($33 million). The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League club, pending international clearance.
O’Riley, who joined Celtic from Milton Keynes Dons in 2022, made over 100 appearances for the Scottish champions, scoring 27 goals. He played a pivotal role in helping Celtic secure three Scottish Premiership titles during his time with the club.
Last season, O’Riley contributed 19 goals and 18 assists as Celtic clinched the Premiership title once again. Before accepting Brighton’s offer, Celtic had turned down bids from Europa League champions Atalanta and Spanish side Atletico Madrid.
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler commented on O’Riley’s arrival, saying: “He plays a very specialist position. He is very good at occupying and attacking the right space and likes making deep runs, knowing when to attack at the right time.
“He enjoys getting forward and attacking the opponent’s penalty area, but he also has a good defensive instinct. That balance makes him special.
“He is a great character, and has a good ambition to succeed and that’s something which is very important for us.”
