Aston Villa know exactly what to do with Morgan Rogers interest as new development to inform fee
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Credit: Imago Thu 28 May 2026 11:00, UK Aston Villa look as if they will be forced to field offers for Morgan Rogers this summer as reports of interest begin to mount. Rogers signed a new contract in November and is under contract until 2031, but there appears to be a reluctant admission at Villa Park that a sale could be beneficial.Villa transfer chiefs will be given more freedom this summer with Unai Emery’s team having qualified for the Champions League, but some financial restrictions remain in place. 🔄 Aston Villa Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Aston Villa boardroom.
VISIT THE VILLA TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Anthony Gordon sale to inform Morgan Rogers priceFormer chief Keith Wyness exclusively told Football Insider last month that Villa could be temped into selling Rogers this summer, if they receive a bid too attractive to turn down. Morgan RogersStats – Premier League 2025-26Appearances37Goals10Assists6Chances created47Successful dribbles42Fouls won49Duels won158Under the guidance of Unai Emery, the England international has gone from strength to strength and is expected to play a key role at this summer’s World Cup.Villa will be well aware that a strong tournament will only intensify the interest in Rogers, but luckily, they already have a benchmark to work from.Newcastle United have agreed a fee worth around £69million to sell Anthony Gordon to Barcelona this summer – a fee that will raise eyebrows at Villa Park.🚨 Barcelona reach agreement with Newcastle United to sign Anthony Gordon. #FCBarcelona deal for 25yo winger €80m + future sale % to #NUFC – personal terms fine.
Villa have clearly enjoyed a far better season than Newcastle, but their individual contributions are telling.In the Premier League, Rogers has scored more goals, provided more assists and has missed less big chances than Gordon.⏮️ 🎯 Rogers at the double… last time out against Man United ✌️ pic.twitter.com/hcu2Hf2GpR— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) March 14, 2026 The Villa man has played far more this season, and the Newcastle winger does surpass him in some stats on a per-90 basis. Per 90, Rogers has more blocks, clearances, interceptions and possession won in the final third than Gordon, with their tackle numbers almost exactly the same.Villa will retain hope of keeping the 23-year-old at Villa Park this summer, but they will be aware of the huge fee they are entitled to ask for, as well. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath.