Celtic hope to tie up some transfer deals today with a record-breaking deal in the works for Augsburg's Belgian midfielder Arne Engels.

Celtic are expected to splash out a record £11million fee on highly-rated Belgian midfielder Arne Engels from Bundesliga side Augsburg.

Arne Engels is set to become the most expensive signing in Celtic's history. The club will pay 13 million euros plus bonuses to sign him from Augsburg.

Celtic is set to make Arne Engels their most expensive signing ever by paying 13 million euros plus bonuses to Augsburg.

Celtic are content with Arne Engels being their only deadline day midfield signing this summer. The Scottish champions agreed on a significant price of £11m for Engels, more than they had anticipated.

Celtic have reached an agreement to sign versatile Augsburg midfielder Arne Engels. Augsburg initially rejected Celtic's offer, but Celtic increased their offer to match Augsburg's asking price. The total fee is £11 million (€13m), after bonuses, for the Belgian. Augsburg have also included a 20 per cent sell-on clause in the agreement.

One player who would sprinkle some stardust would be Augsburg star Arne Engels. The Belgian midfielder, 20, is the No1 target to replace £30m O'Riley but the Bundesliga outfit have knocked back two bids. Celts remain deep in discussions and are willing to shatter their transfer record to land the £10m-rated youngster before tomorrow's 11:30pm Scottish transfer deadline.

Arne Engels remains the top priority for Celtic this summer. Augsburg is considering Celtic's latest £10million offer to bring the Belgian player to Glasgow.

Celtic are preparing a £10million bid for Arne Engels to break their transfer fee record. Previous bids, including one for £6.5 million, were rejected by Augsburg, who are holding out for close to €13 million.

Celtic is looking to break their transfer record to sign Arne Engels. The 20-year-old midfielder joined FC Augsburg in January 2023 from Club NXT for just 100,000 euros. Augsburg has already rejected two offers from Celtic, initially for 7.5 million euros and subsequently for 10.5 million euros. Augsburg is holding out for more than 12 million euros. The negotiations are ongoing, and if the deal goes through, it will be a record transfer outlay for Celtic.

Celtic is reportedly on the verge of breaking its transfer record to acquire Arne Engels, a 20-year-old midfielder currently playing for FC Augsburg. Engels, who joined Augsburg in January 2023 for just 100,000 euros from Club NXT, has since become a regular starter in the Bundesliga. Although he was left out of Belgium's final squad for the European Championship, he appears to be close to a significant transfer. Augsburg has already turned down two offers, initially 7.5 million euros and subsequently 10.5 million euros. The club is holding out for more than 12 million euros, and negotiations with Celtic are ongoing. This transfer would likely represent a record expenditure for Celtic.

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is looking to sign two midfielders before Friday's deadline, with funds available following the sale of Matt O'Riley to Brighton for £30million. Engels is reportedly high on his wishlist. An initial £6m offer was rejected before they returned with an improved bid of £9m. Augsburg, however, are holding out for £10m. Augsburg's manager has indicated that he expects Engels to be part of the squad for the next game against Heidenheim.

Celtic are seriously interested in Arne Engels as they look to replace O'Riley. They had an initial £6.5 million offer turned down before returning with £9 million. The Bundesliga club will demand £10 million, which would smash Celtic's club record purchase. It's believed the Belgian wants the move.

Celtic are making efforts to secure the services of FC Augsburg midfielder Arne Engels. The 20-year-old central midfielder has reportedly agreed to personal terms with the Scottish champions. FC Augsburg has made their stance clear, expressing a desire to retain Engels and indicating they are only open to offers exceeding the player's current market value of €9m. The German club is seeking a transfer fee in the region of €15m, which would rank among their highest-ever sales.

Celtic have opened discussions about signing Augsburg playmaker Arne Engels. The German outfit had knocked back their initial offer, but Celtic are expected to return with an improved offer.

Celtic have launched a £6.5m bid for the 20-year-old Arne Engels but it's understood their opening offer has been knocked back. Engels is keen on a move to Parkhead but his Bundesliga employers are holding out for around £10m. Rodgers sees the midfielder as a direct replacement for O'Riley.

Celtic have launched a £6.5million bid for Augsburg hot prospect Arne Engels. Negotiations were opened earlier this month. The official bid has been lodged, but Augsburg value the player at closer to £10m. The playmaker is keen on a move to Parkhead.

Celtic have made an opening offer for Augsburg midfielder Arne Engels, but this offer has fallen short of the Bundesliga club's valuation for the Belgian wonderkid. Engels is considered the top priority for Brendan Rodgers' side, as the Scottish champions are preparing to sell Matt O'Riley to Brighton. Celtic submitted a bid for Engels on Sunday evening, which is believed to be around £6.5m; however, this amount is lower than what Augsburg are willing to accept, and negotiations between the clubs will need to continue to reach a resolution. The 20-year-old midfielder has already agreed to personal terms with Celtic.

Augsburg's £10m-rated Arne Engels is the top target to replace O'Riley in midfield and it's understood negotiations have already taken place between both clubs.

Celtic is in discussions with Augsburg for Arne Engels as a replacement for Matt O'Riley, who is leaving for Brighton this weekend.

Arne Engels of Augsburg is high on the list of top targets for Celtic as they look to find a replacement for Matt O'Riley.

Celtic could move for £10million rated Arne Engels if O'Riley's move to the Premier League does go through.

Arne Engels remains on the shortlist as an attacking midfield option that would be seen as a suitable replacement for O'Riley. The board prefers the £4.5m fee for Alvyn Sanches over the £10m fee they'd be expected to pay Augsburg for Engels.

Arne Engels remains on Celtic's shortlist as a potential replacement for Matt O'Riley. However, there are hurdles to clear, including Augsburg's need to keep Ruben Vargas to avoid losing two number 10s. The asking price is close to £10 million.

Arne Engels has been the subject of talks between clubs. The O'Riley sale would have to happen before Engels, 20, could be properly pursued while the Bundesliga club also have Ruben Vargas seeking a summer exit and that leaves them looking to avoid losing two stars in the same position.

Celtic have held talks over a potential move for Augsburg's Arne Engels. Celtic hold a genuine interest in the Belgian playmaker and have contacted the German club about a potential transfer.

Arne Engels, a 20-year-old midfielder, has been a key player for FC Augsburg, making 51 appearances with three goals and nine assists. Celtic is interested in signing him this summer, and Brendan Rodgers is particularly impressed by his versatility. Engels can play in multiple midfield positions and on both flanks. The transfer fee is expected to be around 10 million euros.