O’Riley has been one of the standout performers in the Scottish Premiership over the last few years, and the Danish star is now attracting interest from England. Southampton, Leicester, and Brighton are keen on bringing him to the Premier League, while clubs in Italy are also considering a move.
For Southampton, Russell Martin is looking to bring in quality to ensure his side put up a fight in their battle to avoid relegation. With Luton Town, Sheffield United, and Burnley being promoted and relegated the following campaign, the likes of Leicester, Southampton, and Ipswich Town will need to strengthen significantly to avoid a similar situation.
Leicester Leading Southampton in Race for O’Riley
Brighton, Atletico, and Atalanta are also keen
According to a report from TuttoSport, Leicester are now leading the race to sign O’Riley after losing Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall to Chelsea earlier in the summer. Brighton, Atalanta, Southampton, and Atletico Madrid are also keen on the Danish international.
Reports from Sky Sports have claimed that Celtic have already rejected a bid from Atalanta for O’Riley, with the Italian side set to make another offer to prise him away from the Scottish club. It’s been suggested that Celtic could demand in the region of £50m to allow O’Riley to leave during the summer transfer window.
