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Celtic targets Gineitis as Engels replacement amid transfer rumors

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Celtic targets Gineitis as Engels replacement amid transfer rumors
Summary

Celtic is reportedly interested in signing Torino's Lithuania midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, 22, as a replacement for Arne Engels, who is attracting interest from clubs including Crystal Palace and Roma. The potential transfer comes as Celtic anticipates bids for Japan forward Daizen Maeda. In related news, Dundee defender Luke Graham is expected to complete a seven-figure transfer to either Portsmouth or Stoke City, while Rangers midfielder Thelo Aasgaard is mentioned in connection with Atalanta.

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  • •Celtic links Gineitis as a potential replacement for Engels.
  • •Engels is being pursued by Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, and Roma.
  • •Daizen Maeda could receive bids from other clubs.
  • •Dundee's Luke Graham set for a significant move to Portsmouth or Stoke City.
  • •Thelo Aasgaard is a target for Atalanta.
Latest Updates
  • 7:03 AMYahoo Sports — Celtic may seek to sign Gineitis as Engels replacement - gossip
  • 6:47 AMBBC Sport — Celtic may seek to sign Gineitis as Engels replacement - gossip
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Celtic linked with Lithuania midfielder, Rangers player liked by Atalanta and Dundee defender set for seven-figure move.

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Celtic linked with Lithuania midfielder, Rangers player liked by Atalanta and Dundee defender set for seven-figure move.

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