Napoli have launched a €30 million offer for Brighton’s Matt O’Riley, joining Roma in the race to sign the Danish midfielder.
The 24-year-old is attracting strong interest from across Europe, but it’s Napoli that has made the most concrete move as they look to strengthen their midfield under Antonio Conte.
According to Sky Sports UK, talks between Brighton and Napoli are ongoing, though the Premier League side has not yet rejected the bid.
Do Brighton Want to Sell O’Riley?
Brighton reportedly views O’Riley as a key part of their long-term strategy, but the South Coast club has not ruled out a potential transfer for the right fee.
With Roma also holding talks with Brighton last week, Napoli will need to move quickly if they hope to secure the midfielder.
Sky Sport Italia has noted that Napoli has yet to confirm the bid publicly, but behind the scenes, the club is working to close the deal before pre-season preparations ramp up.
Why Conte Wants O’Riley at Napoli
The offer comes as Aurelio De Laurentiis looks to support Conte in building a team capable of challenging on multiple fronts.
While the club has already made waves with its pursuit of Kevin De Bruyne, insiders say Napoli’s management knows depth and versatility will be key for the upcoming Serie A and Champions League campaigns.
O’Riley fits the mold of a modern, box-to-box midfielder — known for his passing range, late runs into the box, and composure under pressure.
His “football IQ” and physicality have made him one of Brighton’s most consistent performers since joining from Celtic.
Matt O’Riley Transfer News
This isn’t the first time O’Riley’s name has been linked to Serie A. Atalanta were reportedly monitoring him last summer as a potential replacement for Teun Koopmeiners, with then-coach Gian Piero Gasperini pushing for his arrival.
Gasperini, now in charge at Roma, remains an admirer of the midfielder and has renewed efforts to bring O’Riley to the capital.
However, with Napoli making the first formal move, Roma may be forced to speed-up their negotiations.
Will Napoli Increase Their Offer for O’Riley?
With Brighton yet to accept the €30 million bid, Napoli may need to raise their offer or adjust the structure to include performance-related bonuses or sell-on clauses.
Club sources suggest that if progress isn’t made quickly, Napoli could return with an improved package in the coming weeks.
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