Celtic weighing up Matt O’Riley options as £20m Everton transfer development shared
Celtic are considering their options for Matt O’Riley, with Everton showing strong interest in the midfielder, according to Graeme Bailey.
Speaking to Everton News [3 July], the journalist revealed that Celtic are seeking a £30million fee, while Everton value him at nearer to £20m.
Other Premier League clubs, including West Ham, Fulham and Brentford, have also expressed interest.
O’Riley, who impressed last season with 18 goals and 13 assists, continues to draw significant attention for a potential move to England.
Everton must be ready to pay more for a player of Matt O’Riley’s quality
Everton’s interest in O’Riley shows they mean business in strengthening their midfield.
But there’s a snag: Celtic are asking for £30m for him, while Everton are looking to pay closer to £20m.
Given O’Riley’s standout season – 18 goals and 13 assists in the Scottish Premiership — it’s clear he’s worth the investment.
O’Riley isn’t just any player; he could be a game-changer who excels in both creating and finishing chances, plus he can hold his own defensively.
For a club like Everton aiming to move up in the Premier League table, meeting Celtic’s asking price might be a tough pill to swallow, but it could be a necessary one.
Paying up for a player of O’Riley’s calibre could be the key to unlocking the team’s potential and taking them to the next level.
In other Everton news, Bryan King has detailed a “big boost” for the club after a Jarrad Branthwaite update.
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