The Scottish Premiership title race isn't just about silverware—it could determine whether Celtic hold onto their midfield maestro this summer. Arne Engels, the 22-year-old star at the heart of the Hoops' engine room, is attracting serious interest from Premier League clubs, and the outcome of the season's final stretch may seal his fate.

Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown has revealed that Engels' consistently brilliant performances in Glasgow have made a move increasingly likely. According to Brown, the financial realities of Scottish football mean that when a massive offer comes in, Celtic typically have little choice but to accept. "It's difficult for Celtic to keep hold of their best players," Brown told Football Insider. "The way the game is in Scotland at the moment, if a huge offer comes in for somebody, chances are it will be accepted because they could do with the money."

Nottingham Forest have already shown their hand, tabling a £25 million bid on deadline day in February. Celtic rejected it, unwilling to lose their star man mid-season. But the summer window is a different story. Scouts from Forest and other interested clubs are expected to be in the stands for the run-in, gathering every bit of intel before deciding whether to formalize their interest.

The key factor? Winning the Premiership. Champions League qualification gives Celtic the financial muscle and prestige to reject even the most aggressive offers. Without it, Brown argues, it will be almost impossible to stop Engels from seeking a higher level of competition. "Whenever there's a player performing at a high level for Celtic, it's going to attract interest," Brown added. "Forest made that £25 million offer, so it's clear they are big fans of his and I wouldn't expect their interest to go away quickly."

For now, Engels remains focused on the title race. But the summer transfer window looms large, and the question on every Celtic fan's mind is simple: will lifting the trophy be enough to keep their star midfielder in green and white?