Arne Engels' reported £11 million move to Celtic on deadline day has generated a lot of excitement among Celtic fans, with the hopes that he's the perfect replacement for Matt O'Riley. Augsburg's sporting director, Marinko Jurendic, has stated that playing in the Champions League was a significant factor in Engels' decision to leave the Bundesliga for the Scottish Premiership.
"In our discussions with Arne Engels, we sensed how important the opportunity to play in the Champions League was for him," Jurendic commented. "That was the basis for entering into the final talks with Celtic and creating a good foundation for the transfer for everyone involved."
Rodgers expressed his excitement about Engels, highlighting his versatility and his potential to shine in various midfield roles.
“We are delighted to bring Arne to Celtic,” Rodgers said. “He is an exciting young player of real quality who has already made his mark at a high level in the Bundesliga. His style of play, energy, and technical ability will suit our game model perfectly.”
Engels himself is eager to hit the ground running, potentially making his debut in the upcoming Glasgow Derby. With the Champions League on the horizon, he'll have ample opportunity to make his mark.
