Partick Thistle Eyes Move for Morton’s George Oakley

Partick Thistle are reportedly setting their sights on securing Morton‘s standout player, George Oakley, in a potential transfer move that could deal a significant blow to the Greenock side.

Sources reveal that Jags‘ manager Kris Doolan is keen on bringing the towering striker to Firhill, with the club making a strong push for the out-of-contract fan-favorite who has enjoyed prominence at Cappielow over the past year and a half.

Oakley finds himself among a group of players from Morton who are contemplating contract extension offers, with Thistle rumoured to be ready to present a superior deal to the player.

Amidst ongoing discussions between Oakley and Morton, it’s believed that Partick Thistle has engaged with the player as part of their efforts to reinforce their squad for the upcoming season.

Morton’s Manager Dougie Imrie earlier hinted at facing a challenge in retaining key players at the club, with Oakley being a pivotal figure in their impressive mid-season unbeaten streak, which included victories over the likes of Dundee United and Motherwell.

During the season, Oakley’s contributions, such as a memorable hat-trick at Tannadice and crucial goals against strong opponents, have attracted attention from several clubs, heightening the competition for his signature.

In an unexpected development, it’s reported that midfielder Robbie Crawford is leaning towards declining a contract extension to make a return to Partick Thistle, further complicating Morton’s retention plans.

Oakley’s potential departure would be a notable setback for Morton, following recent speculations linking their top scorer, Robbie Muirhead, with a move to Livingston, adding to the roster changes that the Greenock outfit may face.

While Imrie secured the signing of Jordan Davies from Connah’s Quay Nomads, the prospect of losing Oakley points towards a possible need for reinforcements in the striking department for Morton as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.