Arsenal are expected to formally approach Aston Villa and make a bid to sign Morgan Rogers this summer, GIVEMESPORT understands and senior football correspondent Ben Jacobs believes a deal will be completed.
The Gunners have been slow to show their hand so far in the summer transfer window having won the Premier League title last season.
Manager Mikel Arteta will be keen to make changes to his squad this summer to ensure the 2025/26 season is not a one-off and that the Gunners challenge for years to come at the top of the Premier League standings.
Rogers is Arsenal's number one target
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Changes are expected to be made in the forward line, with Arsenal willing to listen to offers for the likes of Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli this summer.
And their number one transfer target is Rogers, who is expected to leave Aston Villa during this transfer window.
Rogers, described by Jamie Redknapp as 'one of the world's best players' last season, is at peak age and peak value, and Villa know bringing in a sale can help Unai Emery reinvest in multiple squad players and balance the books. Even with Champions League football next season, Villa are still looking to bring in funds as they navigate the final cycle of the Premier League's Profit & Sustainability Rules and seek to satisfy UEFA's Financial Fair Play (FFP).
Speaking on his YouTube channel, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano said: "My understanding is that the deal is already advanced on the player's side, so between Arsenal and Morgan Rogers, the feeling is very positive. Now it's going to be on the conversations they will have with Aston Villa, so talks will follow club to club."
Villa are looking for a fee of at least £80million to sell Rogers this summer and, according to GMS, the Gunners are set to place an opening offer for the England international, with Rogers keen on a move to the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal should complete Rogers transfer this summer
Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers celebrates scoring vs Manchester Unitedvia Reuters
Jacobs said: "I do expect Arsenal to sign Morgan Rogers. He is Arsenal’s leading target for left-wing and/or No.10. My information is that Rogers has zero preference as to whether he’s signed as a left-winger or a No.10.
“Arsenal are expected to bid and this could move quickly. Aston Villa, even with Champions League football, are looking for a major sale to balance their books.
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“When Rogers extended last year, there was an understanding that he could leave this summer for a fee of £80million as a starting point. It’s not a release clause or gentleman’s understanding, but Villa had said they would not unduly stand in his way.
“I’m still told engagement will start at £80million, that’s not to say it’ll be the number that secures a transfer, but that is the beginning to start a conversation with Aston Villa. I think there’s a very strong chance this deal happens."
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