
Celtic reject Engels bid and confirm Johnston interest
Celtic reject a West Ham approach for Arne Engels while there is Everton interest in Alistair Johnston, manager Martin O’Neill confirms.
SATURDAY, 01 AUGUST 2026, 22:36

Celtic reject a West Ham approach for Arne Engels while there is Everton interest in Alistair Johnston, manager Martin O’Neill confirms.

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