Arne Engels undergoes medical ahead of West Ham move
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill says the Belgium midfielder is being checked before a transfer to West Ham United.
Belgium midfielder Arne Engels is undergoing a medical as he moves towards a transfer to West Ham United, Celtic manager Martin O'Neill said on Friday. The deal has not yet been completed.
O'Neill confirmed the development while speaking about the player’s situation, indicating the London club are close to adding the 2026 arrival from Celtic. No fee or contract details were given.
Engels joined Celtic from Augsburg and has been part of the Scottish club’s midfield since then. West Ham are seeking to strengthen their squad before the new season, and the move would take him to the Premier League.
The transfer remains subject to the medical and the final paperwork, according to the club manager. Celtic and West Ham have not publicly disclosed further terms.
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