Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta have both approved a move for Morgan Rogers, with the club having conducted extensive groundwork behind the scenes over recent months. Aston Villa are holding firm at a valuation of around 115 million euros, using Florian Wirtz transfer to Liverpool as a benchmark, and have shown no willingness to accept less. Arsenal face a significant gap in valuations but are determined to push the deal forward.
Rogers is expected to leave Villa Park this summer, with the club needing to raise funds to comply with financial regulations. The 22-year-old England international has been one of the most consistent performers in the Premier League over the past 18 months. Chelsea and Manchester United are monitoring the situation closely, meaning Arsenal will need to move decisively to win the race for his signature.