AliousMatt O’Riley’s stint at Brighton might be short-lived, potentially wrapping up after just one year. The ex-Celtic standout made a high-profile switch to the Seagulls last summer, commanding a Scottish record fee of £25m.
His south coast journey got off to a rocky start, though, with an injury sustained mere minutes into his debut, stalling his momentum.
After a two-month recovery, O’Riley roared back, clinching a decisive goal against Manchester City, hinting at a breakthrough under manager Fabian Hurzeler.
Yet, a subsequent knee injury has derailed his progress, limiting him to only 14 outings in his first Premier League season.
Before departing Celtic, O’Riley drew hefty attention, with Atalanta repeatedly rebuffed by the Hoops until Brighton swooped in with their blockbuster offer.
Now, whispers of a Serie A move are gaining traction. According to TalkSport, several Italian clubs are closely monitoring his situation, with Roma reportedly eager to negotiate a transfer this summer.
Still tied to Brighton for another four years, O’Riley won’t be a bargain, but with the 2026 World Cup looming, regular game time is non-negotiable for the Danish midfielder if he’s to secure a spot in Denmark’s squad—assuming they qualify.
Denmark, after a Nations League loss to Portugal, will face Scotland, Greece, and Belarus in Group C for a shot at the tournament in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.
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