Morgan Rogers is understood to be open to leaving Aston Villa this summer amid ongoing speculation linking him with a move to several Premier League sides, including champions Arsenal. The Gunners have registered their interest in signing the England international as they prepare for what looks set to be a hectic summer transfer window.
Rogers has been linked with a move to Arsenal for some time, with the Gunners expected to pursue reinforcements ahead of the forthcoming campaign. Arsenal and particularly Mikel Arteta are eager to pursue Rogers in what is developing into an ambitious summer for the north London outfit.
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Arsenal secured the Premier League title last season and reached both the Champions League and Carabao Cup finals, and will be looking to bolster their squad for the new term.
The former Middlesbrough player features on Arsenal's shortlist, though there's a widespread view that prising Rogers away from Villa Park would demand a considerable transfer fee starting at £100million.
Fresh information has now surfaced regarding Rogers and how the 23-year-old views his future ahead of the summer window.
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According to The Athletic, Rogers is not actively pushing for a departure from Villa this summer, but there is recognition that the current moment might present an ideal opportunity for a fresh challenge in the player's mind.
Liverpool, Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City are also reported to have an interest in Rogers, though Arsenal appear to be the frontrunners at this stage.
United could hold a significant advantage given that Rogers previously played under manager Michael Carrick during his spell at Boro, while the forward departed City in 2023 in search of regular first-team football.
Chelsea are understood to view Rogers as an ideal acquisition, but Liverpool may not prioritise a move for the Villa star this summer, with other areas of their squad considered more pressing.
Villa could demand as much as £100m for Rogers this summer, citing the identical figure the club received for Jack Grealish when he departed for Manchester City in summer 2021.
This is not the first time Rogers' future has fuelled transfer speculation, with the forward previously linked with a move away from Villa last summer. Villa boss Unai Emery urged Rogers to remain at the club for at least one more season, which the player is understood to have agreed to.
Rogers is not the only player attracting Arsenal's attention this summer, with Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi also featuring on their list of potential targets.
Kroupi delivered an impressive debut full campaign at Bournemouth last term, scoring 13 goals in the top flight, and is likewise expected to command a hefty fee should he leave the Cherries this summer.
Beyond strengthening their attack, Arsenal are also eager to reinforce their midfield and full-back areas before attempting to retain their Premier League title.
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