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Celtic targets Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis as Engels replacement

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Celtic targets Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis as Engels replacement

Summary

Celtic is considering Gvidas Gineitis of Torino as a potential replacement for Arne Engels, according to the Scottish Sun. Manager Martin O’Neill is preparing for Engels' likely departure and has been monitoring Gineitis, a 22-year-old Lithuanian international with three years remaining on his contract. Gineitis is known for his physicality, skill set, and versatility, which could fill the void left by Engels. The Serie A club is expected to demand a significant fee for the midfielder, who has 32 senior caps for Lithuania.

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Key Details

•Celtic aims to replace Arne Engels with Gineitis.
•Gineitis has three years left on his Torino contract.
•The midfielder has made 32 appearances for Lithuania.
•Celtic believes Gineitis can enhance their midfield play.
•Torino may require a high transfer fee for Gineitis.

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Celtic have identified Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis as a potential replacement for Arne Engels, according to the Scottish Sun. Celtic manager Martin O’Neill is preparing for life without the in...
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