Brighton signs Denmark midfielder Matt O’Riley from Celtic

By: The Associated Press Posted: 10:36 AM CDT Monday, Aug. 26, 2024

LONDON (AP) — Brighton built on its fast start to the Premier League season by signing Denmark midfielder Matt O’Riley from Celtic on Monday.

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LONDON (AP) — Brighton built on its fast start to the Premier League season by signing Denmark midfielder Matt O’Riley from Celtic on Monday.

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LONDON (AP) — Brighton built on its fast start to the Premier League season by signing Denmark midfielder Matt O’Riley from Celtic on Monday.

The 23-year-old O’Riley signed a five-year contract through the 2028-29 season, Brighton said, without disclosing the transfer fee. It was reported to be at least 25 million pounds ($33 million).

“He enjoys getting forward and attacking the opponent’s penalty area, but he also has a good defensive instinct,” Brighton coach Fabian Hurzeler said. “That balance makes him special.”

Brighton has joined Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool as the only teams to start the Premier League season with back-to-back wins.

O’Riley helped Celtic win the Scottish league title in each of the past three seasons.

The London-born player played for England at youth and Under-21 level before opting to play for Denmark, the native country of his mother.

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