Matt O'Riley transfer news: Atletico Madrid bid for Celtic midfielder

Celtic have received an offer from Atletico Madrid for midfielder Matt O'Riley; the bid is believed to be an initial loan plus an obligation to buy; Girona and Inter Milan are also understood to be interested in the player

Wednesday 24 January 2024 12:17, UK

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Celtic have received a bid from Atletico Madrid for Matt O'Riley.

Sky Sports News understands the offer is an initial loan plus an obligation to buy.

Celtic have been braced for bids for the highly rated midfielder this month amid interest from the likes of Girona and Inter Milan.

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The Scottish Premiership club tied him up on a new bumper four-year contract last year and therefore believe they are in a strong position.

Manager Brendan Rodgers sees O'Riley as a key member of his squad.

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The winter transfer window is now open and will close at 11pm in England and midnight in Scotland on Thursday 1 February.

To ensure harmonisation with the major leagues in Europe, the closing dates were set following discussions with the EFL, DFL, Serie A, LaLiga, and LFP, who will all close their summer and winter windows on 1 September and 1 February respectively.

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