Morgan Rogers’ Aston Villa exit inevitable if Marcus Rashford rumours are true
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Credit: Imago Wed 29 April 2026 10:31, UK Morgan Rogers has been strongly linked away from Aston Villa ahead of the summer transfer window.The England international has been one of the standout players at Villa Park this season and has already picked up 21 goal contributions in all competitions.His form has put the club in a prime position to not only qualify for the Champions League but also lift the Europa League title, ending their major trophy drought.As a result, multiple top teams have been linked to the 23-year-old ahead of the summer transfer window.Now, given the links to Marcus Rashford, Villa may have already accepted Rogers departure. 🔄 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 Aston Villa reignite Marcus Rashford interestRashford had been on loan at Aston Villa during the latter half of the 2024-25 campaign.Despite putting in some solid performances and dislodging Ollie Watkins from the starting XI, he was not signed on a permanent basis.Marcus Rashford’s Barcelona stats this seasonGames played 45Goals 13Assists 13Rashford has been excellent so far this seasonNow, Mundo Deportivo on 28 April have reported that Villa are eyeing a close eye on Rashford, and would be willing to pay a transfer fee to bring him back to the club.Currently, the Manchester United star is on loan at Barcelona, where he has impressed.While the Catalan club want to bring him back on loan, Villa’s willing to pay a fee to get Rashford has given them an advantage in the race.🚨🆕 Understand Barcelona are pushing for a second loan for Marcus #Rashford.Talks with Manchester United are ongoing.
Barcelona currently do not want to trigger the €30m option to buy – ideally a second loan, otherwise they want to negotiate the fee down. #MUFCIn any case,… pic.twitter.com/NnTdEcxCyy— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) April 28, 2026 However, if he is brought in, it is yet another indication that Rogers will be off in the summer.The pair both mainly play on the left wing, and it is unlikely that one will be prepared to be a backup to the other.As a result, a Rogers departure from Villa Park this summer feels inevitable, with the club already preparing to bring in a replacement.How much are Aston Villa set to demand for Rogers?Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Villa will demand £100million to part with Rogers in the summer.While few clubs will be able to afford this fee, it has not stopped Chelsea and Man United from stepping up their interest.Rogers signed a new six-year deal in November, which has allowed Villa to demand a steep fee.However, it remains to be seen where the England international opts to go if he is sold in the upcoming transfer window. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath. Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from Villa Park.