Celtic Football Club has stood firm in their decision to reject another bid from Atalanta for their talented midfielder Matt O’Riley. This latest offer, amounting to £19.7 million, marks the Serie A club’s fourth attempt to secure the services of the highly sought-after Denmark midfielder, all of which have been turned down by the Scottish giants.

Despite the persistent interest from Atalanta, as well as reported attention from Premier League clubs Brighton and Chelsea, Celtic remains unwavering in their stance. The club is holding out for a substantial fee of around £24 million, underlining their valuation of O’Riley and their determination to retain him in their squad.

Manager Brendan Rodgers has been vocal about his desire to keep O’Riley at the club, emphasizing that the player will not be sold unless a suitable offer that meets their valuation is presented. With an impressive record of 19 goals and 18 assists in 49 appearances for the Hoops last season, O’Riley is a pivotal figure in the team and a player of significant value.

As the new season commences, O’Riley has already demonstrated his importance on the field, notably providing an assist in Celtic’s recent 4-0 victory against Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premiership opener. His impact and contributions further underline why Celtic is insistent on retaining him and the challenge of adequately replacing him if he were to depart.

With O’Riley contracted at Celtic until 2027, time is on the club’s side, but the ongoing interest and bids from other clubs present a persistent challenge. As the transfer window progresses, Rodgers and Celtic’s management will continue to stand firm on their valuation and commitment to keeping O’Riley as a key component of their squad.