Atalanta has made a third bid for Celtic’s midfielder Matt O’Riley, but it has been rejected once again. The improved offer included a £15m initial fee along with add-ons. Previously, Celtic turned down an offer of £14.3m plus add-ons from Atalanta earlier in the week.
Other clubs like Juventus, Roma, and Atletico Madrid have also shown an interest in O’Riley, who had an impressive season with 19 goals and 18 assists in 49 appearances for Celtic. Despite the speculation surrounding his future, O’Riley captained Celtic in a pre-season match against DC United last Sunday.
Manager Brendan Rodgers addressed the media before a friendly against Man City, stating that there has been no progress in terms of a potential transfer for O’Riley. Rodgers emphasized that Celtic values O’Riley as an important player and will continue to support his development.
The summer transfer window is now open and will close on August 30th. This year, the deadline has been aligned with other major European leagues to ensure consistency. Fans can stay updated with the latest news and analysis by subscribing to Sky Sports’ dedicated WhatsApp channel for breaking sports updates.
Ultimately, despite interest from various clubs, Celtic remains firm in their stance on O’Riley’s future. The club appreciates his commitment and professionalism and sees him as an integral part of the team. As the transfer window progresses, Celtic will continue to prioritize O’Riley’s development and growth within the club.