By JIM FOULERTON

Published: 23:51, 9 April 2026 | Updated: 23:51, 9 April 2026

Morgan Rogers is expected to be at the centre of an £80million transfer tug-of-war this summer, with Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea all renewing their interest in the 23-year-old. 

The England international has become a coveted attacking midfielder and is expected to be at the forefront of Thomas Tuchel's thinking at the World Cup this summer. 

His displays in the USA will doubtless play a part in any transfer business but the 24 goals and 23 assists he has to his name since the start of last season have already ensured a hefty price tag. 

It could yet prove too hefty for his suitors. Villa did manage to extend Rogers' contract last summer and have him tied down until 2031, without a release clause. 

The Times report that Villa's valuation is based on needing to pay 20 per cent of the profit from the sale to Middlesbrough, who sold him for £15min February 2024. 

The Midlands club face a continued struggle to meet...