Celtic’s record signing, Arne Engels, has been instrumental in the team’s recent successes, notably contributing to a commanding 6-0 victory over Dundee on February 5, 2025. Engels opened the scoring with a penalty, followed by goals from Adam Idah, Daizen Maeda, and Nicolas Kühn, with Engels adding tally
Since joining Celtic from Augsburg for a club-record £11 million in August 2024, Engels has demonstrated his value on the pitch. In 33 appearances, he has amassed nine goals and ten assists, showcasing his versatility and offensive prowess.
Manager Brendan Rodgers has expressed confidence in Engels’ abilities, stating that the midfielder will prove any doubters wrong.
Engels’ performance against Dundee, including his two goals and a sublime assist for Daizen Maeda’s goal, has been lauded by fans and analysts alike. One supporter remarked, “If you understand football, then you will know Arne Engels is a quality player.”
Despite the hefty transfer fee, Engels remains unfazed, focusing on his contributions to the team. He remarked, “I know, my teammates are all joking about it. I don’t want to be the guy that only scores penalties. I’m more than that, so I’m happy to help the team with that today.”
As Celtic continues its campaign, Engels’ performances are expected to be pivotal in the team’s pursuit of silverware
