Morgan Rogers Responds to Message After Arsenal Deal Agreed

Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers has broken his silence following reports that Arsenal have agreed a blockbuster deal to sign him, valued at up to £150 million. The 23-year-old England international, currently a talisman at Villa Park, responded positively to a message from an Arsenal fan amid swirling transfer speculation.[1][2]

Rogers, who joined Villa from Middlesbrough for £15 million in 2023 and extended his contract until 2030 last November, has enjoyed a breakout season with impressive goal and assist tallies, earning him a regular spot in Thomas Tuchel's England squad ahead of the World Cup.[2][3] His versatility across attacking positions has made him one of the Premier League's most exciting young talents, drawing interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, Real Madrid, and PSG.[1][3]

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano confirmed Arsenal's involvement in the race for the £80m-rated forward, noting Villa's reluctance to sell but openness to a "significant bid" due to PSR constraints. "There will be movement again on Morgan Rogers," Romano stated, highlighting Chelsea and Tottenham as rivals.[3][4] Former Villa scout Bryan King predicted a British record fee, insisting: "I wouldn’t let him go for less than £150m," with any deal likely post-World Cup to align with Rogers finishing the season strongly.[2]

The Gunners view Rogers as a potential challenger to Gabriel Martinelli on the left-wing, especially amid contract uncertainties for Martinelli and Leandro Trossard. Villa, fresh off setting huge fees like Jack Grealish's £100m exit, are poised to demand a Premier League record.[1][2] Rogers' response to the fan message—a cryptic social media post saying, "Exciting times ahead"—has fueled belief that personal terms are advancing, though Villa remain determined to retain their star.[1]

As Arsenal seek firepower after scoring just 69 Premier League goals last season, Rogers' form (eight goals, five assists this term) positions him as a marquee target. The summer window promises drama, with Mikel Arteta eyeing a midfield partnership alongside Martin Ødegaard and Declan Rice.[2][3]

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