Sun Sport report Arsenal preparing a stunning swoop for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, following the unfortunate knee injury to Kai Havertz, which has thrown the Gunners’ striking options into disarray.
The 23-year-old England international has caught Mikel Arteta’s attention due to his versatility, capable of playing across all four advanced positions in Arsenal’s system. Having already secured a PFA Young Player of the Year accolade, Rogers has impressed not only with his quality but his adaptability, a trait Arteta sees as vital amid the club’s search for a new attacker.
Asking Price Set
However, Aston Villa have drawn a clear line in the sand. The club—having already sold Jacob Ramsey and loaned out Leon Bailey—are not under financial pressure, and thus are holding firm on an £80m valuation for Rogers, unlikely to entertain offers below that sum.
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Arsenal’s need to bolster their attack is growing more urgent by the day. With Viktor Gyökeres now their only recognised central striker, hopes of acquiring someone capable of providing immediate cover and competition in the forward line are rising.
As the transfer window draws toward its September 1 deadline, breaking Villa’s resolve will be no easy feat. But with Arsenal having already invested over £200m this summer, their determination to find a solution could yet force a breakthrough—or see them pivot to other targets.
