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Arne Engels Transfer

Started Last Movement

West Ham have completed the signing of Arne Engels from Celtic. The 22-year-old Belgium midfielder has signed a five-year contract with an option for a further year, while West Ham describe the undisclosed fee as a record paid by an EFL Championship club.

No-Guff Summary

  • Signed: West Ham have completed the transfer of Arne Engels from Celtic.
  • Contract: The 22-year-old has signed for five years, with an option for a further year.
  • Fee: The amount is undisclosed, although West Ham call it a record paid by an EFL Championship club.
Development

West Ham reportedly ready to advance Engels interest

West Ham are reportedly preparing to advance their interest in Arne Engels in the coming days. That is still a claim about what may happen next, not a report of contact, talks, a proposal or a bid.

ExWHUemployee, as cited by West Ham World, says the club are ready to take their interest in the Celtic midfielder to the next level. The same outlet says Celtic allegedly want around £25m for Engels.

Sources

  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are interested in Arne Engels and may need to make a substantial offer after Celtic reportedly rejected significant bids from Nottingham Forest.
  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Argues that West Ham could pursue Celtic midfielder Arne Engels for a fee potentially above £25m, presenting the move as a speculative investment linked to the financial rewards of promotion.
  • Claret&Hugh (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are preparing to increase their interest in Celtic midfielder Arne Engels, citing West Ham insider ExWHUEmployee, with the player reportedly valued at £25 million.
  • West Ham World (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are preparing an official move for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels, with ExWHUemployee stating the club could advance its interest in the coming days; Celtic are allegedly seeking around £25m.