Brighton take ‘special’ Matt O’Riley off Celtic’s hands

Matt O’Riley has joined Brighton from Celtic on a five-year contract.

The 23-year-old Denmark midfielder joins Albion for a reported £25million, subject to international clearance.

O’Riley featured more than 100 times for the Hoops over two-and-a-half years, scoring 27 goals and helping Celtic win the Scottish Premiership on three occasions.

We are pleased to confirm the club has completed the signing of midfielder Matt O'Riley from Celtic, for an undisclosed fee!