As of 5 April 2013, O'Brien has scored 5 and assisted 8 goals for the Reds.[8]*In May 2014, O'Brien rejected a new contract offer from Barnsley after revealing his ambition to play for 'a top 4' club. "I've definitely got what it takes to succeed on a bigger stage" said O'Brien. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has reportedly already attempted to contact O'Brien with a view to him playing a pivotal role in the rebuilding of the club hahaha.