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The Gunners have made a shock move for a £100m-rated Premier League star as Arteta targets major summer reinforcements.
Arsenal have made a formal approach to Aston Villa over the potential signing of attacking sensation Morgan Rogers, according to reports from Daily Express senior reporter Charlie Gordon.
The Gunners, who are looking to end a long-standing trophy drought under Mikel Arteta, have identified the 22-year-old as a prime summer target to strengthen their creative department.
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Rogers, who joined Villa from Middlesbrough in January 2024, enjoyed a breakout 2024/25 season under Unai Emery.
The attacking midfielder's performances were pivotal in securing European qualification for Villa for the third successive year, with the young Englishman delivering 8 goals and 11 assists across 37 Premier League appearances.
That form has caught the eye of Arsenal scouts, who have now made contact with Villa to assess his availability.
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Arsenal are yet to receive a response from the Midlands club, but any potential deal is expected to cost north of £100 million, with Villa keen to hold on to their emerging star.
Rogers also contributed 4 goals and 3 assists in the Champions League and scored twice in the FA Cup, underlining his growing status on the European stage.
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Martin Ødegaard struggled for consistency during the 2024/25 campaign and Arteta is believed to be seeking a reliable creative presence to partner with the Norwegian or offer tactical flexibility.
Morgan Rogers, described by Sky Sports pundit Dan Bardell as "frightening," brings directness, versatility, and a proven ability to perform on big occasions — all qualities that Arsenal have lacked in crucial moments.
Arteta’s project has shown steady progress since he took charge in 2019, but the pressure is mounting after another season without silverware.
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The Gunners finished second in the Premier League behind Liverpool, exited the Champions League at the semi-final stage to eventual winners PSG, and fell short in both domestic cups.
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The interest in Rogers comes as Arsenal also close in on Red Bull Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, another statement signing in the works.
The Gunners have reportedly agreed a deal in principle for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, signaling an aggressive transfer window from the North London club.
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A front three featuring Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Rogers — with Sesko leading the line — would present a dynamic and youthful attack that could finally deliver a major trophy for Arsenal.
If they succeed in landing both targets, Arteta’s side will head into the 2025/26 campaign as genuine contenders on all fronts.
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