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Ewan Paton

Matt O'Riley Celtic to Spurs transfer 'not cut and dry' with agency change

Matt O'Riley has been heavily linked with a move away from Celtic this summer.

However, according to one report, it won't be as plain and simple as a switch to Tottenham to follow in Ange Postecoglou's footsteps.

The 22-year-old was represented by CAA Base, the same agency that looks after Postecoglou. 

Frank Trimboli is one of the company chiefs, and he played a significant role in helping the 57-year-old become the first-ever Australian to manage in the Premier League.

But Football Scotland claims that O'Riley has now parted ways from the agency. 

They say that his family will negotiate any future moves and contracts for the playmaker.

And while the report has not dismissed any potential move to Spurs off the back of this development, they say that the decision may have a bearing on the situation.

The attacking midfielder is being tracked by several clubs south of the border, while teams in the Bundesliga are also showing an interest.

There are no concrete proposals on the table yet for Celtic to consider, but it's said that they are expecting offers this summer.

Meanwhile, Mumbai City boss Des Buckingham has reportedly been pictured in Glasgow sparking speculation amongst Celtic fans that he could be on his way to Parkhead.

The Englishman led his side to Indian Super League glory last term, after registering a record win and points tally.  

Mumbai City are part of the City group and Buckingham is part of the same agency as Ange Postecoglou, who departed Celtic for Spurs earlier this week.

Buckingham made a name for himself in New Zealand and Australia after starting out at Oxford United, where he played as a goalkeeper.

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