Morgan Rogers has become the subject of intense transfer interest from multiple top clubs, with Aston Villa reportedly willing to sell for around £100 million. According to the Daily Mirror, the 22-year-old winger could be sold for that fee, while The Times reports that Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea are again in the race for his signature. The Daily Mirror also names Paris Saint-Germain as a potential suitor, though Liverpool has been linked by Metro. The varying reports highlight the fluid nature of the transfer market, with different sources citing different sets of interested clubs.
Bayern Munich has joined the race for Rogers, according to the Daily Mirror via Fotbolltransfers. The German champions are the latest club to be linked with the former Middlesbrough player, who has impressed since joining Aston Villa in January 2024. Former Premier League striker Jay Bothroyd claimed that Rogers would walk into Arsenal's team next season. "Arsenal… he walks into Arsenal’s team. He plays week in, week out on the left-hand side, we need a player who can play on the left-hand side, he’s got that in abundance," Bothroyd said. He added that Rogers would be a better fit for Arsenal than Bayern Munich or PSG, given the competition for places at those clubs.
I won’t say what amount but there’s a good sell-on for the club. It would end up being a great signing for someone who played for 5½ months for us.
Middlesbrough holds a 20% sell-on clause for Rogers, according to The Sun via the Daily Mirror. This clause could significantly impact the net fee Aston Villa receives, as Middlesbrough would be entitled to a fifth of any transfer fee above the amount Villa paid for him. The exact sell-on percentage has not been confirmed, but if accurate, it means Villa would net around £80 million from a £100 million sale. Middlesbrough head of football Kieran Scott, speaking to the Daily Mirror, described the clause as "good" for the club, though he declined to specify the exact figure. "I won’t say what amount but there’s a good sell-on for the club. It would end up being a great signing for someone who played for 5½ months for us," Scott said, according to the Daily Mirror.
The transfer fee valuation for Rogers remains a point of contention. While the Daily Mirror reports that Villa could sell for around £100 million, other sources suggest the club is demanding at least £80 million. This discrepancy affects the likelihood of a transfer and the potential sell-on fee for Middlesbrough. The set of clubs reportedly interested also varies: the Daily Mirror lists PSG, Manchester United, and Arsenal, while The Times adds Chelsea and Bayern Munich. Liverpool has been mentioned by Metro, but not by other major outlets. These contradictions may reflect different levels of information or changing rumors.
Arsenal… he walks into Arsenal’s team. He plays week in, week out on the left-hand side, we [Arsenal] need a player who can play on the left-hand side, he’s got that in abundance. He can do it [play on the left wing], we don’t want another [Gabriel] Martinelli, trust me. I feel like with [Eberechi] Eze, he’s probably Arsenal’s No.10, I would like to see Morgan Rogers playing there and tucking inside, I think he’s a great player. When you mention Bayern Munich, I don’t think Bayern Munich is the one. You’ve got Luis Diaz there, he’s playing unbelievably well, then you’ve got [Jamal] Musiala who is coming back, Lennart Karl, who is a fantastic young player, then obviously [Michael] Olise. I don’t think Rogers would fit into that if he wants to play week in, week out. PSG are a similar thing, they’ve got some great attacking players. I think the one that stands out is Arsenal. Even Manchester United, maybe, but I feel they’ve got [Matheus] Cunha, [Bryan] Mbeumo, [Bruno] Fernandes will probably play as a No.10 next season higher up when they sign their midfielders. I feel like Arsenal is the one where he can say, ‘I’m going there and I’m going to play week in, week out’.
Rogers' assist statistics for Aston Villa are also disputed. One source claims he has 21 assists across 115 appearances, while another says 24 assists in 115 matches. This discrepancy could affect perceptions of his performance and value. It remains unclear which clubs have made formal offers or inquiries, and whether Rogers is definitely open to leaving Aston Villa. The club's actual minimum asking price is also uncertain, as is Middlesbrough's potential promotion to the Premier League, which could affect their financial position and willingness to sell their sell-on clause.
Despite the uncertainty, the interest in Rogers underscores his rapid rise. Since joining Villa from Middlesbrough for an initial £8 million, he has become a key player under Unai Emery, contributing goals and assists from the left wing. His versatility and dribbling ability have attracted attention from Europe's elite, and a summer move appears increasingly likely. The outcome will depend on the clubs' willingness to meet Villa's valuation and Rogers' own preferences, which have not been publicly stated.