Headline: Lyon Targets Brighton Midfielder Matt O’Riley for Transfer
Lyon has expressed interest in acquiring Brighton and Hove Albion’s midfielder Matt O’Riley, 25, as reported by Sky Sports. Despite being under contract with the Seagulls until 2029, O’Riley was absent from Fabian Hürzeler’s squad for today’s Premier League match against Aston Villa.
O’Riley has faced challenges this season, having missed part of Brighton’s pre-season training due to a recent illness. Lyon joins a list of clubs reportedly keen on his signature, considering his previous stint in French football. Last season, O’Riley was loaned to Ligue 1 rivals Marseille, where he played under former Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi. In his time at Marseille, O’Riley made 25 appearances, scoring one goal and providing six assists, though his season-long loan was cut short in February.
As transfer speculation surrounds the talented midfielder, O’Riley’s future at Brighton remains in question.
Lyon are interested in Brighton and Hove Albion FC midfielder Matt O’Riley (25), according to Sky Sports. The Denmark international, under contract with the Seagulls until 2029, is not part of Fabian Hürzeler’s matchday squad for today’s Premier League home clash against Aston Villa. The outlet adds that O’Riley has missed part of Brighton’s pre-season preparations after returning from a bout of illness.
Lyon are reportedly among suitors for O’Riley, who is no stranger to French football. Last season, the Brighton midfielder joined Lyon’s bitter Ligue 1 rivals Marseille on loan to reunite with former Seagulls manager Roberto De Zerbi, then in charge of OM. O’Riley featured 25 times for Marseille, logging one goal and six assists, although his season-long loan was cut short in February.
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