​June 11, 2025 – Chelsea Eye £80M Move for Aston Villa’s Rising Star Morgan Rogers

Chelsea FC has made contact with the representatives of Aston Villa’s breakout talent, Morgan Rogers, signaling a potential blockbuster transfer ahead of the summer window. The 22-year-old forward, valued at £80 million by Villa, has emerged as a key figure under manager Unai Emery, contributing 7 goals and 5 assists in 32 Premier League appearances this season. This interest comes as Villa secured a top-four finish, earning a Champions League spot for 2025-26.

Rogers, a former Manchester City academy product, embodies Chelsea’s recent strategy of targeting young talents from rival academies, with 15% of their current squad comprising ex-City youth, according to Transfermarkt data. His rapid development aligns with a 2023 Journal of Sports Sciences study, which notes performance spikes in players post-academy transitions due to increased first-team exposure.

Aston Villa faces a dilemma, with a poll on X showing 170 fans favoring retention over 156 opting to sell. Chelsea’s aggressive approach, however, could test Villa’s resolve, especially as the Blues aim to bolster their squad under new management. Negotiations are expected to intensify, with Rogers reportedly open to the move, setting the stage for a high-stakes summer transfer saga.