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Sunderland competes for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels this summer

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Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Sunderland competes for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels this summer
Summary

Sunderland faces significant competition for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels, as reported on June 21, 2026. Other interested clubs include AC Milan, Roma, Lazio, Napoli, Crystal Palace, Fulham, and Bundesliga teams. Engels, 22, had a productive season with Celtic, featuring in 46 matches, scoring seven goals, and providing eight assists. His contract extends to summer 2028, complicating Sunderland's pursuit. The Black Cats see Engels as a potential asset for their midfield under manager Regis Le Bris.

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  • •Sunderland aims to sign Arne Engels from Celtic this summer.
  • •Engels played 46 matches for Celtic last season with seven goals and eight assists.
  • •Competing clubs include AC Milan, Roma, and several Bundesliga teams.
  • •Engels has a contract with Celtic that runs until summer 2028.
  • •Sunderland views him as a key target for their midfield.
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  • 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Sunderland Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Celtic Midfielder: Good Option For Le Bris?
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In a recent report, journalist Fraser Fletcher mentioned that Sunderland are facing stiff competition for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels this summer. It has been claimed that the Black Cats would have ...

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