O'Neill keen to avoid losing more stars as interest ramps up in Celtic duo
Celtic boss Martin O'Neill has acknowledged that the club faces challenges retaining its top talent as interest builds in midfielder Arne Engels and right-back Alistair Johnston. O'Neill, who returned to manage Celtic, is keen to avoid further departures and wants to build a squad capable of competing on multiple fronts. The duo have been standout performers, attracting attention from clubs in bigger leagues. O'Neill's comments suggest Celtic may need to strengthen their position to fend off potential suitors during the upcoming transfer windows.
Read the full story at skysports.comTransfer interest in key Celtic players signals a potential squad disruption risk heading into a critical period. O'Neill's public stance indicates management awareness of selling-club pressure, which often precedes concrete offers. Retaining Engels and Johnston is tactically vital given their roles in midfield and defense respectively. This could force Celtic into proactive retention or replacement planning, affecting depth and potential incoming transfer activity.
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