Matt O'Riley _(Image: Gareth Fuller)_
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Brighton's Matt O'Riley is set for a shock loan move to Marseille.
The former [Celtic](https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/sport/celtic) midfielder started Brighton's first two Premier League matches but was benched in their victory over Manchester City.
Despite attracting interest from Italian clubs, including Juventus, he will today finalise a loan switch to Marseille.
The French side will pay a €2million (£1.7m) fee to Brighton and cover his full wages but have no option to make the move permanent.
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Fabrizio Romano reported: "Matt O’Riley, in Marseille today to sign in as new OM player as replacement for Rabiot.
"€2m plus add-ons loan fee, salary covered and green light from Brighton.
"The deal does NOT include any buy option."
This unexpected move comes as a surprise to fans, given O'Riley's involvement in Brighton's early season fixtures and the interest he generated from top European clubs.