Chelsea are pushing to sign Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers, but Arsenal are currently considered favourites in what could become one of the summer’s biggest transfer battles.
Chelsea have entered the race to sign Aston Villa attacker Morgan Rogers, but Arsenal are currently viewed as the leading contenders for the England international.
Rogers, 23, is away with the England squad at the World Cup, yet speculation surrounding his future continues to grow as several Premier League giants monitor his situation.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is understood to be keen to keep the versatile forward, but the club’s stance could be tested if a major offer arrives during the summer window.
Chelsea are actively searching for more proven quality and attacking threat in their squad, and sources indicate they are very interested in persuading Rogers to move to Stamford Bridge. An exit for Alejandro Garnacho, who has been linked with a departure from Chelsea, could help create space and resources for a high-profile replacement such as Rogers.
Arsenal, however, are firmly in the picture and are believed to admire Rogers’ creativity, athleticism and tactical flexibility. The North London club are keeping close track of developments as they consider potential attacking reinforcements.
🚨Morgan Rogers remains Arsenal’s top target this summer.
Mikel Arteta views the Aston Villa man as a player who can help Arsenal fight on all four fronts next season.
Morgan Rogers is reliable and he can offer solutions out wide and through the middle. pic.twitter.com/HEqGitDQrH
— now.arsenal (@now_arsenaI) June 11, 2026
With five years remaining on Rogers’ contract, Aston Villa are thought to value him at around £100 million. Whether any club is willing to meet that figure remains uncertain, but the valuation underlines how highly Villa rate one of their most important young stars.
Manchester City, Manchester United and Liverpool are also watching the situation, although Arsenal are currently regarded as the favourites to secure his signature.
Chelsea acknowledge they face a difficult battle, especially after finishing 10th last season and missing out on European football, but believe a strong financial package and the project under new manager Xabi Alonso could still make them competitive in the race.
