Premier League facet Brighton despatched high expertise spotter Tim Coe to observe Celtic star Matt O’Riley in motion final weekend, according to journalist Alan Nixon.
O’Riley has blossomed at Celtic and the Bhoys needed to stand up to heavy curiosity in him from Atletico Madrid within the winter switch window.
Atletico Madrid nonetheless have O’Riley on their radar as a summer time goal, however it has been urged Celtic have now slapped a £50m asking worth on the midfielder.
That may rule out the Spaniards, however Brighton are additionally eager on O’Riley and have been doing their checks.
The Premier League facet despatched high expertise spotter Coe to observe O’Riley in motion towards Rangers final weekend.
While Brighton are usually not identified for splashing enormous charges, they’re money wealthy and will transfer for O’Riley if they’re satisfied about him.
Sending Coe north of the border signifies Brighton are taking their curiosity in O’Riley severely.
Losing the midfielder could be a giant blow for Brendan Rodgers’ champions, however an enormous charge may cushion it considerably.