Arne Engels appears set for Celtic exit as West Ham shows interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 11:35 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Arne Engels is reportedly close to leaving Celtic this summer, with West Ham United at the forefront of the race to acquire the Belgian midfielder. Clubs like Crystal Palace, AC Milan, and Roma have shown interest, but West Ham has emerged as the leading contender. Nottingham Forest's previous bid of £25 million was rejected, suggesting Celtic would expect a substantial fee, likely over £20 million. With West Ham's relegation to the Championship, the outcome remains uncertain, though negotiations for a deal appear to be progressing.
- •Engels nearing transfer from Celtic to West Ham United.
- •Previous interest included Nottingham Forest, AC Milan, and Roma.
- •Celtic likely to demand over £20 million for Engels.
- •West Ham's relegation complicates the transfer situation.
- •Negotiations reportedly underway for a potential deal.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Players leaving for ‘lesser’ clubs will always happen. It’s just the reality for Celtic
- 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Arne Engels edging towards Celtic exit as West Ham lead race
"Arne Engels is reportedly edging towards a summer exit from Celtic, with West Ham United emerging as the favourites to secure his signature.The Belgian midfielder has attracted widespread interest thr...
"Arne Engels has agreed terms with West Ham over a move to East London, although the two clubs are still miles apart in their valuation of the Belgian Internationalist…Arne Engels will most probably ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 11:00 AMPlayers leaving for ‘lesser’ clubs will always happen. It’s just the reality for Celtic
Arne Engels has agreed terms with West Ham over a move to East London, although the two clubs are still miles apart in their valuation of the Belgian Internationalist…Arne Engels will most probably ...
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 11:35 AMArne Engels edging towards Celtic exit as West Ham lead race
Arne Engels is reportedly edging towards a summer exit from Celtic, with West Ham United emerging as the favourites to secure his signature.The Belgian midfielder has attracted widespread interest thr...
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