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Chelsea have reportedly won the race to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a deal worth \u00a3117 million, with former Everton and Aston Villa scout Bryan King claiming Arsenal will be left \u201cfeeling sick\u201d after missing out on one of their top summer targets.<\/p>\n
According to reports, Arsenal had tracked Rogers throughout the transfer window and were strongly linked with a move for the England international. However, Chelsea are said to have moved decisively to secure the 24-year-old\u2019s signature, agreeing a fee that would rank among the biggest in Premier League history.<\/p>\n
The reported transfer represents another major statement of intent from Chelsea as they continue to invest heavily in young talent. Rogers enjoyed a standout campaign with Aston Villa, establishing himself as one of the league\u2019s most exciting attacking players thanks to his versatility, ball-carrying ability and eye for goal.<\/p>\n
Arsenal had been credited with a long-standing interest in the forward as Mikel Arteta looked to strengthen his attacking options ahead of the new season. The Gunners were believed to admire Rogers\u2019 ability to operate across the front line and in attacking midfield, viewing him as a player capable of adding depth and competition to their squad<\/p>\n
Speaking to Football Insider, King said: \u201cI mean I thought Arsenal were making all the song and dance about it, why the hell they never just went and signed him when you\u2019re talking that kind of money.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey paid \u00a3100m for (Declan) Rice so \u00a317m more isn\u2019t going to make a great deal of difference for the type of quality you\u2019re going to get.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou\u2019re going to get the mainstay of the England midfield. But again, hesitation can be a bad thing in football, whether you\u2019re playing or you\u2019re looking for bringing new players. They hesitated. CHELSEA<\/strong> have hijacked it.\u201d<\/p>\n Chelsea\u2019s willingness to meet Aston Villa\u2019s reported valuation ultimately appears to have been the decisive factor. The London club have consistently demonstrated a readiness to pay substantial fees for players they identify as long-term investments, and Rogers is viewed as fitting that profile.<\/p>\n For Aston Villa, the reported fee would represent a remarkable return on a player who has seen his stock rise dramatically since arriving at Villa Park. Should the transfer be completed on the reported terms, it would provide Unai Emery\u2019s side with significant funds to reinvest in the squad before the transfer window closes<\/p>\n MORE ARSENAL NEWS AND GOSSIP \u2013 <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Top Read: Talks to be held! Arsenal ready to swoop in as 27-year old heads towards Man City exit!<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Read: \u2018Go Get him\u2019 Arsenal urged to wrap up \u00a3130M signing Mikel Arteta wants!<\/p>\n Must Check Out: 27-year old Spanish International \u2018EXCITED\u2019 after completing Arsenal move<\/strong><\/p>\n LOVE ARSENAL? CLICK RIGHT HERE FOR ALL THE LATEST NEWS AND GOSSIP<\/strong><\/p>\n Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRelated<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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