Celtic star set to make future decision amid Nottingham Forest and Sunderland transfer interest
Celtic are braced for transfer interest in one of their top stars this summer.
A Celtic star wanted by Nottingham Forest and Sunderland is said to be ready for making a decision on his future.
Arne Engels looks increasingly likely to leave the Premiership champions this summer after big money bids from Forest were rejected in the winter transfer window. Sunderland have joined their fellow Premier League club, alongside Fulham, in the hunt for the midfielder who also has suitors in Europe.
Engels joined Celtic in 2024 and could now make them upwards of £20m. Martin O’Neill has been appointed manager on a permanent basis but that might not be enough to ward off the looming interest from the likes of Sunderland and Nottingham Forest in England.
How much will Arne Engels cost this summer transfer window?
It’s been stated in the Daily Record that ‘sources in Engels’ homeland have told Record Sport the Celtic midfielder has switched agents as he looks to take the next step in his career - with Forest, Sunderland and Fulham all showing interest from the Premier League.’ Now Belgian reporting claims a decision will come before Celtic pre-season preparations begin.
A group of players return to Lennoxtown on June 26 but whether or not Engels is part of that group remains to be seen. Voetbal Krant state: “Arne Engels looks set to become one of the most prominent Belgian names on the transfer market this coming summer.
“The 22-year-old Celtic midfielder is attracting interest from various top European leagues, and the likelihood of a departure from Glasgow is growing. The midfielder currently has an estimated market value of around 20 million euros, but Celtic would be aiming for a significantly higher amount in the event of a transfer.
Who wants to sign Arne Engels this summer transfer window?
“The most concrete interest currently comes from England. Both Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest have been following his dossier for quite some time and have expressed their interest. Engels and his entourage are taking the time to review all options for the time being. No hasty decision is being made yet, but it is expected that a decision will be reached before preparations begin.”
After defeating Dunfermline Athletic in the Scottish Cup final, Engels said of his future: “Yeah we will see. I still have a contract so we will see what happens. Firstly, I want to thank all the fans. They are just amazing. They helped us throughout all the season and to be there they have helped us to get the double. In the end we will see what happens in the summer. I am really happy here at Celtic. It’s an unbelievable club. I’m really proud to represent Celtic.”
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