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Roma Exploring Move for Brighton Midfielder Matt O’Riley

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According to La Gazzetta Dello Sport, Roma are exploring the possibility of signing Brighton midfielder Matt O’Riley this summer. The report suggests that Roma head coach Daniele De Rossi is a long-time admirer of the Denmark international, with his interest tracing back to Gasperini’s desire to sign O’Riley during his Atalanta days.

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Roma are said to be “trying to understand if there is room to start a negotiation with Brighton”, who remain guarded about parting with one of their more consistent performers. The 23-year-old enjoyed a strong campaign in 2023–24 and remains under contract with the Seagulls.

Brighton’s stance is currently unclear, but Roma are expected to test the waters in the coming weeks.

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Reports linking Matt O’Riley with a move away will cause understandable concern for Brighton supporters. At a time when the club is seeking stability and a clearer identity under new leadership, losing a composed, technically intelligent midfielder would feel like another step backward. O’Riley has grown into a reliable figure in the Brighton engine room, capable of dictating tempo and offering composure in high-pressure moments. His tactical discipline and underrated passing range have allowed others to play with freedom, which makes his potential departure particularly damaging.

Moreover, if this interest from Roma becomes formal, there is always the risk that a player’s head could be turned. Trigoria is an attractive destination, especially under De Rossi, who knows how to inspire confidence in young talent. Tthe bigger question is whether Brighton can genuinely compete in keeping their top assets when foreign clubs come calling.

This summer should have been about building on the club’s identity, not further chipping away at it. Losing O’Riley might suggest that the cycle that brought European football to the Amex has reached an uncertain turning point.