Arsenal are being heavily linked with Morgan Rogers so could it be a case of one in, one out at Emirates Stadium as the Aston Villa playmaker replaces Martin Odegaard in Mikel Arteta’s plans? Stefan Schwarz has reacted to that surprising transfer talk during an exclusive interview with GOAL, with the former Gunners midfielder expecting the club’s Premier League title-winning captain to stick around for now.
Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has expressed his absolute shock at the reported £130 million ($172m) valuation placed on Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers. The former Gunners midfielder described the figure as a "ridiculous amount of money" as Mikel Arteta continues to weigh up a record-breaking move for the England international.
Aston Villa have slapped a staggering £130 million price tag on star man Morgan Rogers as interest from Premier League giants Arsenal and Chelsea continues to intensify. The Villans are determined to keep hold of their talisman, setting a valuation that would shatter the British transfer record for the England international.
It’s time for the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup, which means it’s time for penalty shootout drama. Generally, England have a terrible reputation when it comes to spot-kicks, winning just four of the 11 shootouts they’ve participated in. But the signs suggest the tide is turning, with three of those wins coming in their last four.
Arsenal have been handed a significant reality check in their pursuit of Morgan Rogers, with the Premier League champions informed that it will take a sensational nine-figure sum to prise the playmaker away from Villa Park. Mikel Arteta is desperate to freshen up his midfield options following another successful domestic campaign, but the cost of landing one of the league's brightest talents is set to test the Gunners' resolve.
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.
