Overview
- Forest submitted what Belgian outlet Voetbal Krant described as a first formal offer for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels, a report first published on Monday.
- Celtic manager Martin O’Neill said Engels could leave this summer if a timely deal is agreed and noted Forest’s earlier January bids arrived too late to be considered.
- Engels joined Celtic from Augsburg in 2024 for about £11 million, has close to 100 appearances and 17 goals for the club, and has two years remaining on his contract.
- Several Premier League clubs including Tottenham, Crystal Palace and Fulham plus European sides such as Roma and Villarreal have been linked to Engels, so strong competition could influence the final fee and timing.
- Securing Engels is a stated priority for Forest as they seek a midfield replacement after Elliot Anderson’s £116 million move to Manchester City, a move that will shape Glasner’s squad decisions and has prompted mixed reactions from fans and pundits.