Celtic in talks for £16m double deal - gossip

Celtic are in talks to sign Augsburg midfielder Arne Engels, 20, and Sheffield United defender Auston Trusty, 26, and the duo could cost a combined £16m. (Sun)

The Scottish champions are preparing to break their record outlay to sign Engels. (Scotsman - subscription)

Meanwhile, Celtic are interested in Lausanne midfielder Alvyn Sanches, 21, after seemingly dropping out of the race to sign LAFC midfielder Mateusz Bogusz, 23. (Record)

Celtic say midfielder Reo Hatate, 26, is not for sale after turning down a £10m offer from France for the Japan international. (Mail)

Burnley and West Brom are competing to sign 25-year-old Celtic winger Mikey Johnston, who was on loan at the Baggies last season. (Express and Star)

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