Roma chase Celitc Arne Engels, must outbid €135 million benchmark

Roma are racing to plug the midfield void created by Elliot Anderson’s departure, and have set their sights on Celitc’s Belgian midfielder Arne Engels. The Giallorossi must outbid the €135 million benchmark set by Manchester City for Anderson—underscores the scale of the challenge.

Gian Piero Gasperini opened the season at the Trigoria training camp but still urges the board for swift reinforcements. He wants the squad completed before the Champions League campaign begins, emphasizing the need for depth ahead of Europe’s elite competition.

Gasperini has identified attacking wingers as the primary area needing upgrades while also planning significant midfield changes in the coming weeks. Strengthening the flanks is seen as essential to complement the creative midfield core and replace Anderson’s influence.

New sporting director Tony D’Amico is monitoring potential signings, with Botafogo’s Danilo Santos and Monaco’s Lamine Camara listed as targets. Both players could provide depth in midfield and attack, underscoring the club’s broader recruitment strategy.

Nottingham Forest have also marked Engels as a possible replacement for Elliot Anderson, highlighting the competition for his signature. According to Voetbalkrant, Roma is preparing an initial official offer to present to the player’s representatives, aiming to outpace both the English club and the Forest interest.

Engels is regarded as a European‑rated talent expected to add quality to Roma’s midfield as they prepare for Europe’s elite competition. The Giallorossi remain focused on bolstering the team ahead of the Champions League.

The bid reflects the urgency as the Champions League campaign approaches, with the board urged to act swiftly.