Brighton midfielder Matt O’Riley is reportedly attracting serious interest from Roma ahead of the summer transfer window.
According to Italian outlet Il Messaggero, the Giallorossi are preparing a push to sign the former Celtic man, having tracked him last summer. Roma see O’Riley as a classic number 8 – strong on the ball, disciplined without it, and capable of ticking all the boxes required for Serie A midfielders.
Meanwhile, Brighton are understood to be open to offers, and could look to negotiate if the price is right. For O’Riley, a move to one of Italy’s biggest clubs, with regular European football, would offer an exciting step up from the mid-table of the Premier League.
This summer transfer window is shaping up to be a crucial one for the 24-year-old. He’s enjoyed consistent game time with Brighton at the end of the season after overcoming his injuries, and the question now is whether he’ll push on with a switch to Rome or continue his development in England.
Over the past few years, struggling midfielders have made the move from the Premier League to Italy. Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour are the obvious picks. The pair have done exceptionally well and won the league title in their first season.
