DEAL COMPLETED: West Ham United FC Has Officially Announced the Signing of Arne Engels from Celtic FC… See More

West Ham United FC are reportedly closing in on the signing of Celtic midfielder Arne Engels in what could become one of the notable transfers of the current window. The Belgian midfielder has attracted significant attention following his performances for Celtic, and the London club has now reached an agreement with the Scottish side over a potential move. The transfer is expected to provide West Ham with another midfield option as they continue to strengthen their squad.

The reported deal is understood to involve an initial fee of around £23.5 million, with additional payments potentially taking the total value close to £29 million depending on agreed conditions. If completed at those figures, the transfer would represent a major financial deal for both clubs and underline the importance West Ham places on bringing Engels to the club.

Engels is reportedly expected to travel to London for his medical and to complete the remaining formalities before putting pen to paper on his contract. Personal terms are also understood to have been agreed, meaning the final stages of the transfer are now being completed.

For Celtic, Engels’ departure would represent the loss of an important midfield player. The Scottish club will now have to consider how best to replace his qualities while preparing for the rest of the campaign.