Crystal Palace have joined the race for Celtic midfielder Arne Engels, according to a report.
The Parkhead side's record £11 million signing is in demand this summer with English Premier League trio Nottingham Forest, Sunderland and Fulham all strongly linked along with Italian giants Napoli.
Now, a fourth English side are credited with an interest in the shape of the Conference League winners.
Palace are reportedly trying to persuade Engels to chose them over Forest, who want him as a replacemnt for the outgoing Elliot Anderson.
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Journalist Sacha Tavolieri said: "Nottingham Forest & Crystal Palace are in for Arne Engels.
"NFFC see the Belgian as ideal profile to replace Elliot Anderson and wants to re-enter the race after previous attempt in January.
"CPFC are aiming to convince Engels & beat Forest to his signature."
🚨 EXCL - Nottingham Forest & Crystal Palace are in for Arne Engels! 🌳 NFFC see the Belgian as ideal profile to replace Elliot Anderson and wants to re-enter the race after previous attempt in January. 🔵🔴 CPFC are aiming to convince Engels & beat Forest to his signature. ⏳… pic.twitter.com/qN3Bnc9EjS
— Sacha Tavolieri (@sachatavolieri) June 17, 2026