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Credit: Imago Thu 21 May 2026 15:45, UK Aston Villa could be about to bring a natural end to Morgan Rogers’ career at Villa Park after breaking the club’s trophy drought.Unsurprisingly, the 23-year-old is one of the most sought-after talents in the Premier League, boasting 14 goals and 11 assists in 55 appearances, and now a Europa League title.Despite some difficult performances from the England international at times throughout the campaign, he finished on a high, securing a top-five finish in the Premier League before lifting silverware.Villa could lose several big-name talents this summer, but it would appear that Unai Emery and Co. are already resigned to losing their No.27, who has a plethora of suitors across Europe. 🔄 Aston Villa Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Aston Villa boardroom. VISIT THE VILLA TRANSFER HUBAston Villa value Morgan Rogers at £80m ahead of the summerStefan Borson told Football Insider that any deal for Rogers could cost upwards of £120million, but not all clubs are going to shy away from that transfer fee this summer.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES And according to the Daily Mail (20 May), the 2025-26 season could be a “last dance” for the current squad, as the Villans will listen to offers for their superstar playmaker, who they value at £80million.Emery’s trusted scout Alberto Benito has already begun seeking replacements for current players, mainly due to financial restrictions at Villa Park, while Roberto Olabe is scouring the market for young players who can make money in the future.Morgan Rogers at Aston VillaGamesGoalsAssists2025-265514112024-255414132023-241631Football Insider understands that even Bayern Munich have registered an interest in Rogers, but the German giants are likely to face fierce competition for the 23-year-old’s signature.Could this be Unai Emery’s final season at Villa Park?Due to his success in B6, Emery has been strongly linked with several jobs, not least the ongoing circus at Real Madrid, but rumours have since gone quiet.Ending Villa’s 30-year trophy drought would be the ideal time for the Spaniard to bow out from Villa Park, but everyone inside would be absolutely devastated by his departure.From the outside, it appears like Emery is only just getting started when it comes to achievements with the Villans, but he’s rarely one for sticking around during his managerial career.Very few at the Etihad Stadium suspected that this season would be Pep Guardiola’s last at Manchester City. However, supporters are having to come to terms with his impending departure. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath.
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