Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers subject of major Premier League interest
Aston Villa may be forced to consider a major sale of Morgan Rogers this summer, with Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea all showing interest in the 23-year-old attacker. According to a report from The Times, the club's financial position could necessitate a sale to ensure compliance with financial regulations, with Rogers being the most likely high-value asset to be sold.
Rogers, who joined Villa from Middlesbrough in January 2025, enjoyed a stellar first half of the 2025-26 season, with his performances propelling Unai Emery's side into the Premier League title conversation. While his form has reportedly dipped since the turn of the year, his potential and versatility remain highly attractive to elite clubs. The report suggests a sale could be the most straightforward solution for Villa to address financial pressures, with the club determined to hold out for a fee in excess of £80 million for the player.
Manchester United and Arsenal have been named as the most serious suitors, with both clubs reportedly seeking a high-quality option on the left wing, Rogers' preferred position. The England Under-21 international's ability to operate across the forward line, including as a number 10 or a false nine, is said to make him particularly attractive to top clubs. The report from The Times indicates that a move to Arsenal could potentially lead to the departure of a current forward, with Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli mentioned as possible casualties to accommodate a new arrival.
Aston Villa are in a delicate financial position, and the report suggests that selling Rogers is seen as the clearest path to balancing the books and avoiding a breach of the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules. The club paid Middlesbrough £15 million for Rogers, and the player's former club is entitled to 20% of any profit on a future sale, meaning a fee well in excess of the £65 million profit threshold would be required to make a significant financial impact for Villa.
For Arsenal, the report suggests a move for Rogers could be facilitated by moving on an existing winger. The club is said to be considering the futures of both Trossard, who has a year left on his contract, and Martinelli, who could be offered a new deal if he accepts a squad role. Manchester United, in a new era under sporting director Christopher Vivell, are also in the market for a dynamic forward to bolster their attacking options for the new season. Chelsea have also been named as a club with a long-standing interest in the player, though the report focuses on the interest from the two North London clubs.
Rogers, a key figure in Aston Villa's strong first half of the season, now finds himself at the centre of a potential summer transfer saga, with his future likely to be a major storyline as the transfer window approaches.
