According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement with Aston Villa to sign England international Morgan Rogers. The deal, reported on July 19, 2026, ends Arsenal's pursuit of the 24-year-old attacking midfielder.
Ornstein, a trusted source for transfer news, stated that the agreement is in principle, with personal terms expected to be finalized soon. The fee is believed to be around £40 million, though this has not been officially confirmed by either club.
Rogers, who joined Aston Villa from Middlesbrough in January 2024, has impressed with his performances, earning his first England cap in 2025. Arsenal had been linked with a move, but Chelsea's swift action appears to have secured the player.
Neither Aston Villa nor Chelsea have commented publicly on the reports. The transfer window remains open until August 31, 2026.
