Celtic legend identifies natural Arne Engels replacement in the squad as star with 'fantastic' quality deserves chance

NewsNow · Glasgow World · 2026-09-16 · latest

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West Ham United followers who monitored the club’s pursuit of Arne Engels prior to his move to Scotland are observing the midfielder’s current situation under new scrutiny. A former standout player for the Glasgow-based club has publicly identified an internal replacement for the Belgian international, suggesting that another member of the squad possesses the necessary quality to challenge for a starting position. Described as a talent with significant potential, this alternative option is being tipped for an opportunity to prove his worth. These tactical discussions provide further insight into the career progression of a player previously linked with a move to the London Stadium.

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