Tottenham have Celtic star 'high' on transfer list as Nottingham Forest make advances to secure summer deal
Nottingham Forest and Tottenham have been linked with moves for the Celtic star.
A Celtic star reportedly has Tottenham on his tail - but Nottingham Forest are amongst others pushing hard for his signature.
The Hoops have returned to pre-season training but much doubt surrounds the long term future of Arne Engels. He has impressed in flashes for Celtic since joining almost two years ago and Nottingham Forest watched bids for the Belgian international fall by the wayside during January. Now Tottenham are claimed to be in the mix, according to Walfoot, but Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace are most keen.
It’s suggested that it is likely that the midfielder does move on from Parkhead this summer. Who he goes to is unknown but the likes of Tottenham showing interest displays the calibre of club who rate his talent.
Arne Engels and who could sign Celtic star this summer?
Claims state: “There are high hopes that Arne Engels will be playing in the Premier League next season. Interest in the Celtic midfielder is so great that he has a wealth of options, but one club is clearly leading the race. Arne Engels (22 years old) is highly regarded in England after his outstanding season with Celtic Glasgow in Scotland. He currently has a wealth of options, but two stand out as particularly promising: Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace.
“Forest, who are strongly pursuing the move, could see him as the successor to Elliot Anderson, who is leaving for Manchester City. The England international, currently playing in the World Cup with the Three Lions, is expected to join the Citizens for €150 million, a Premier League record.
“Needless to say, this transfer will provide Nottingham Forest with much-needed financial resources, enough to convince both Engels and Celtic. Other top clubs remain interested, but Forest are clearly pushing hard to finalize the deal. Tottenham, Fulham, AS Roma, and Atlético Madrid are also reportedly high on their lists.
What does Arne Engels want from summer transfer deal?
“From Club NXT to Augsburg, then to Celtic Glasgow : now, the Premier League beckons, and it's almost certain he'll be playing there next season. The agreement must be finalised next week, or at the latest the beginning of the following week, as Engels wants to complete a full preseason with his new team.”
Currently, Celtic have Callum McGregor, Benjamin Nygren, Paulo Bernardo, Reo Hatate and Luke McCowan as some of their midfield options. Doubt surrounds Hatate’s future while Alex Oxlade Chamberlain’s contract is coming to a close.