The Unpredictable World of Transfer Fees: What the West Ham Celtic Deal Says About the Market The summer transfer window is always a wild ride, but this year's edition has taken on a life of its own.
News broke that West Ham United are in talks with Celtic to sign 22 year old midfielder Arne Engels, who has been attracting interest from multiple Premier League clubs.
On the surface, it seems like just another transfer saga – but scratch beneath the surface and you'll find a telling tale about the current state of the market.