Surprise Alert: Denmark's National Squad Eyes Celtic's Rising Star, Matt O'Riley, for Sensational First Team Selection
Celtic midfielder Matt O'Riley's remarkable form continues, netting four goals and providing two assists in just six Scottish Premiership matches Despite previously representing England at youth level and being eligible for Norway, Denmark is now considering handing him his first senior call-up
Denmark is seriously considering handing Matt O'Riley his debut at the senior level for the October international matches. The talented midfielder from Celtic, who has previously represented England in youth competitions, has made a remarkable start to the season by scoring four goals and providing two assists in six Scottish Premiership games.
O'Riley made a strong impression in Celtic's first Champions League group match against Feyenoord, even though he couldn't prevent the Scottish champions from losing after being reduced to nine players.
The outstanding performance by the 22-year-old puts him in contention for a spot in Denmark's midfield, as the national team is eager to promote him from the U21s, where he scored two goals in six games.
Christian Eriksen and Thomas Delaney, who have been key players in Denmark's midfield in recent tournaments, are both in their thirties. They are also determined to fend off interest in O'Riley from Norway, as he is eligible to play for them as well.
O'Riley has outperformed both Eriksen and Delaney, as well as other Danish midfielders like Phillip Billing, Mathias Jensen, and Christian Norgaard, in terms of goals, assists, shots, and passes this season. He also has the highest number of interceptions and possessions won.
Denmark is currently in second place in Group H of the Euro 2024 Qualifiers, trailing behind Slovenia. They have four games remaining. The team is set to play against Kazakhstan in Copenhagen on October 14 and will then travel to San Marino three days later. O'Riley is also in discussions with Celtic regarding a new contract. Since joining the team from MK Dons in January 2022, he has achieved two Scottish titles, the Scottish Cup, and the Scottish League Cup.
Leeds, towards the end of the summer transfer window, faced rejection for their bid on the former Fulham midfielder. It is anticipated that various clubs in Europe will show interest in January.
