Overview
- Wednesday reports said Tottenham are prepared to “complete the formalities” to sign Matt O'Riley, with Atlético Madrid and Borussia Dortmund also described as strong suitors.
- Brighton reportedly value the 25-year-old at about £35 million and will consider a permanent sale rather than a cut-price exit.
- Celtic’s contractual sell-on clause could raise the total cost of any transfer and complicate negotiations between the buying club and Brighton.
- O'Riley’s recent spell has been stop-start after a £25m move from Celtic in August 2024, including injuries, limited Premier League minutes, and a loan to Marseille before a February 2026 recall.
- Any move will hinge on which club offers the clearest playing role and stability for O'Riley, with Tottenham offering a reunion with Roberto De Zerbi and Atlético or Dortmund offering defined tactical pathways and European competition.