“Celtic Manager Brendan Rodgers Confirms Matt O’Riley’s January Stay Amid Atletico Madrid Interest”

“Celtic Manager Brendan Rodgers Confirms Matt O’Riley’s January Stay Amid Atletico Madrid Interest”

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has affirmed that Matt O’Riley will stay at the club in January despite interest from Atletico Madrid.

The midfielder’s impressive performances this season have attracted attention, leading to a loan bid from Atletico Madrid, which Celtic promptly rejected.

With Celtic actively involved in a challenging title race with Rangers, Rodgers emphasized the club’s commitment to retaining O’Riley, stating that he will not be leaving Celtic Park before the upcoming transfer deadline.

O’Riley has been a key contributor, tallying ten goals and 12 assists in 29 appearances this season, and with a contract until 2027, Celtic currently faces no pressure to sell him.

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