Arne Engels came into the world on the 8th of September, 2003 in Belgium. Now aged 22, this attacking force finds his feet firmly on Celtic's well-trimmed turf, chiefly operating as a central midfielder and bearing the number 27. A towering figure on the field, Engels stands 6 feet (1.84m) tall and carries his well-balanced weight of 11 stone 2 pounds (71kg) with skill and grace. His abilities have also been called upon by Belgium's Under 21 national team, marking him as a notable figure in international football.
The prowess of Engels hasn't escaped the keen eye of the market either, with his current worth hovering around a respectable £8.5 million. This value is estimated by Transfermarkt, a reliable information source known in football circles.
Our man Engels was no stranger to football prior to his arrival at Celtic, he had in fact cut his teeth in the Challenger Pro League in Belgium as a trainee for Club NXT back in July 2015. His tenure in Belgium eventfully led him to a brief sojourn with Augsburg in Germany's Bundesliga, prompting a transfer in January 2023, costing the German side a modest £100,000.
His time in Germany, while it may have started slowly, picked up momentum rather rapidly. His debut season in 2022 - 2023 saw 18 first team appearances, followed by a significant increase to 32 appearances and three goals scored during the 2023 - 2024 season. The following 2024 - 2025 season, however, only presented him with a single opportunity to display his talents on the first team.
Celtic managed to snag Engels in August 2024, in exchange for a more considerable £9.4 million. The first season (2024 - 2025) saw Engels blooming in the Celtic colours, contributing to the team with nine goals during his 34 first team appearances. The current season (2025 - 2026) still underway, he has already made 24 first team appearances and netted four goals.
Beyond domestic league football, Engels has also actively participated in several cup tournaments. In the League Cup 2025 - 2026, he started three matches and came on once as a substitute. As for the Champions League Qualifiers the same year, he made two appearances, both as a substitute. The Europa League 2025 - 2026 also saw Engels making strides with his one goal across six starts and two appearances as a substitute.
