The Bhoys have a significant budget to utilize this summer, particularly with Matt O’Riley’s anticipated transfer to Brighton for an initial fee of £25 million, potentially rising to £30 million.
Arne Engels seems to be a primary target for directly replacing the Danish international, but there are no clear signs of an imminent deal being finalized at this time.
Celtic target Arne Engels features against Werder Bremen
The attacking midfielder played in the ‘number ten’ role for 80 minutes in Augsburg’s Bundesliga opener at home to Werder Bremen on Saturday, which ended 2-2.
Engels wasn’t too involved in a creative sense, failing to set up any chances for his teammates.
He picked up a second-half yellow card and was eventually substituted with ten minutes remaining, getting a 6.6 match rating on FotMob.
Where Engels would fit in under Brendan Rodgers
Last season, the 20-year-old Arne Engels demonstrated a strong desire to be involved in the final third, showing a direct approach with shots on goal, crosses, and attempts to create opportunities for his teammates.
Brendan Rodgers will likely aim to further develop Engels’ creative abilities to support Celtic’s wingers and strikers. Rodgers values midfielders who can break through defensive lines and contribute goals, which will be crucial for Engels’ success in Scotland.
While Engels is still a work in progress, he possesses significant potential to grow and thrive in the Premiership, which is admittedly a step down from the German top flight. Celtic could provide an ideal environment for him to develop as a goalscoring, creative midfielder under the guidance of a top manager like Rodgers.
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