Arsenal are preparing to make a concrete move for Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers as Mikel Arteta prioritises a left winger addition this summer.
The Gunners have been credited with a “genuine interest” in the 23-year-old, with Standard reporting that an opening bid is expected to arrive sooner rather than later.
Rogers is widely anticipated to leave Villa Park following a season in which he helped the club qualify for the Europa League in 2025/26.
Aston Villa initially placed a £100 million valuation on the England international, though reports suggest a deal could ultimately be negotiated down to around £80 million.
Despite the significant outlay, Rogers is considered an ideal fit for Arsenal given his versatility across multiple attacking positions.
With Martin Odegaard having struggled for form and fitness last season, Rogers’ ability to operate as a number 10 would provide Arteta with a crucial option in the middle of the park.
His dribbling, chance creation, movement into the box, and strong finishing make him a well-rounded and dangerous attacking weapon in the Premier League.
Rogers also contributes significantly without the ball, with his pressing and defensive work rate providing a tactical bonus that suits the demands of Arteta’s system.
Having already built up extensive Premier League experience, Rogers is expected to adapt quickly to life at the Emirates and deliver value for a major transfer fee.
The deal may take a few more weeks to complete, however, as Rogers is currently representing England at the World Cup and remains focused on the international stage.
Arsenal’s pursuit signals a clear intention to bolster their attacking options and push harder for Premier League title glory next season.