Arsenal have identified Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers as their leading transfer target as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his Premier League-winning squad. The England international is reportedly open to a move to the Emirates Stadium, although any deal could cost as much as £100 million.
Mikel Arteta's sayings, habits and general attitude towards football have divided opinion. The Arsenal manager has rewritten the playbook of what coaches are supposed to say, and much of it has rubbed fans and pundits alike up the wrong way. One of his favourite terms? The usage of 'finishers' instead of 'substitutes'.
Aston Villa have sent a clear message to Morgan Rogers’ suitors this summer: pay the premium or look elsewhere. Despite the looming pressure of UEFA’s financial regulations, the Villa hierarchy are in no mood to let their star asset leave on the cheap as interest from Arsenal and Chelsea continues to intensify.
Ivan Toney staked his claim for a starting berth by netting a clinical hat-trick during England’s convincing 5-1 behind-closed-doors victory over Sporting Kansas City. The training fixture was specifically arranged at the team's base camp to maintain match fitness and sharpness among the squad's fringe players.
Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers have launched a passionate defence of Jordan Henderson amid ongoing debate over his place in England’s squad. The pair insisted the veteran midfielder’s influence extends far beyond the pitch, highlighting his leadership, humility and importance within Thomas Tuchel’s camp ahead of England’s clash with Croatia.
Arsenal are exploring a move for Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his title-winning squad. The Greece international could be available for around £34.5 million, with the Gunners viewing him as a separate target to Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers as they continue to reshape their attack.
Former England defender Jamie Carragher expects Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham to be benched in favour of Aston Villa attacker Morgan Rogers at the upcoming World Cup. The pundit warned manager Thomas Tuchel that omitting such a high-profile figure could easily trigger a massive media storm and completely dominate the airwaves throughout the national team's tournament this summer.
Aston Villa sensation Morgan Rogers has addressed the growing speculation linking him with a blockbuster move to Arsenal. The 23-year-old, currently preparing for the 2026 World Cup in Florida, insisted that while the "noise" is impossible to ignore, his focus remains firmly on chasing global glory with England and proving he can thrive alongside Jude Bellingham.
Micah Richards has hit back at suggestions that Jude Bellingham’s place in the England starting XI should be under threat, labelling the Real Madrid midfielder a "genuine superstar." Despite Thomas Tuchel warning that no one is guaranteed a spot, the former Three Lions defender insists the 22-year-old remains the nation’s best player heading into the 2026 World Cup.
Thomas Tuchel has sent a clear message to Jude Bellingham, warning the Real Madrid superstar that his place in England’s starting XI is far from guaranteed. Despite his status as one of the world's elite talents, Bellingham faces stiff competition from Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers for the coveted number 10 role heading into the World Cup.
We are now just days away, and World Cup fever is gripping the globe as teams from 48 countries descend on the United States, Mexico and Canada for the biggest tournament FIFA have ever staged. Managers are making their final plans ahead of the opening round of group games, but for some there are still massive decisions to be made.
Arsenal have reportedly added Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White to their summer transfer shortlist as Mikel Arteta searches for elite attacking reinforcements. The Gunners boss is determined to build on his side's recent Premier League title success and sees the 26-year-old as a high-quality alternative to primary target Morgan Rogers.
Thomas Tuchel has confirmed England will not block players from completing transfers during the World Cup, provided any business does not interfere with match preparations. The Three Lions boss has adopted a pragmatic approach as several squad members continue to be linked with moves during the tournament.
Former England midfielder Nicky Butt has warned Jude Bellingham that manager Thomas Tuchel will ruthlessly ignore player reputations at the upcoming World Cup. Butt believes the Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers possesses the ultimate X-factor and could completely outshine established superstars like Bellingham and Harry Kane on the global stage.
"Who else?!" Those were the words of Jude Bellingham as he careened away in celebration after his quite remarkable bicycle kick had drawn England level in the 95th minute of their Euro 2024 round-of-16 game against Slovakia. The Three Lions had been terrible up to that point, but Bellingham’s heroic moment had kept them alive, continuing a season where he had been the difference-maker for Real Madrid again and again.
Former England striker Alan Shearer has urged manager Thomas Tuchel to make a bold decision by starting Morgan Rogers over Jude Bellingham in the coveted number 10 role. Backed by stunning club statistics and a European trophy, the Aston Villa star's exceptional form and superior match fitness could give him the definitive edge heading into the World Cup.
