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Nottingham Forest Eyes Celtic's Arne Engels Before Deadline

2/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Nottingham Forest is pursuing a transfer for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels ahead of the deadline.
The 22-year-old, who joined Celtic in 2024, has made 88 appearances and registered 15 goals and 20 assists.
Forest's interest follows the termination of Douglas Luiz's loan, prompting them to seek midfield reinforcements.
Other targets include Brighton's Yasin Ayari and Inter Milan's Davide Frattesi, though Frattesi's move is currently uncertain.

History

Historical Context

Arne Engels' transfer from Celtic to Nottingham Forest in 2024 underscores the dynamic nature of football player movements. Celtic, established in 1887, has a rich history of developing talent, while Nottingham Forest, a two-time European champion in 1979 and 1980, aims to strengthen its squad after Douglas Luiz's loan ended. This reflects the competitive landscape of football, influencing team strategies and player careers.

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Story summary

Nottingham Forest is pursuing a transfer for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels ahead of the deadline.
The 22-year-old, who joined Celtic in 2024, has made 88 appearances and registered 15 goals and 20 assists.
Forest's interest follows the termination of Douglas Luiz's loan, prompting them to seek midfield reinforcements.
Other targets include Brighton's Yasin Ayari and Inter Milan's Davide Frattesi, though Frattesi's move is currently uncertain.

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