Aston Villa are set to price out interested clubs, including Arsenal, with a hefty £100m+ price tag for Morgan Rogers. The 23-year-old forward has been a standout player for Villa, and his signature is Arsenal's top priority this summer.

What's the situation with Morgan Rogers?

Morgan Rogers has emerged as one of the most in-demand forwards in world football after impressive showings for Villa. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City are all keen on signing him, but Villa do not want to lose their key man, especially with Champions League football on the horizon.

Why the high price tag?

Villa's lofty demands are due to Rogers' contract length and the fact that they are not constrained by Premier League or UEFA financial rules. Former Villa scout and Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown believes that Villa's price tag could be too high for interested clubs. Brown told Football Insider that Rogers is a unique player who constantly wants to run behind people, a rare trait in modern football.

What comes next for Aston Villa?

As of June 26, 2026, Aston Villa are 4th in the Premier League, with 65 points from 38 games, and a recent form of WWDLL. They are 20 points behind leaders Arsenal, but a 2-1 win over Manchester City on May 24, 2026, has given them momentum. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 4th | | Points | 65 | | Recent form | WWDLL | | Last result | Manchester City 1-2 Aston Villa | Aston Villa may also look to cash in on other players, such as Ezri Konsa, who could be sold to free up funds for new arrivals. Konsa has two years left on his contract and featured 48 times in all competitions last season.