RB Leipzig is reportedly targeting Celtic's Belgian central midfielder Arne Engels this month for a potential return to the Bundesliga, where he previously played for FC Augsburg. The 22-year-old is being considered by Leipzig along with Ardon Jashari of AC Milan. The club will only pursue a move for either player if they are unable to complete a deal for their primary target, Rocco Reitz from Borussia Mochengladbach.
Leipzig is searching for midfield reinforcements, and this search is occurring amid talk that they may mutually terminate Xaver Schlager's contract. Engels, who joined Celtic in August 2024, has four caps for Belgium and a contract until June 2028. In the current 2025/2026 season, he has scored 4 goals and provided 2 assists in 21 Scottish Premiership appearances. His current market value is €10.00m, according to Transfermarkt.
