Chelsea sign England's Rogers from Villa in record British deal

Chelsea has secured the signing of England international Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa, with both Premier League clubs confirming the transfer on Tuesday. British media reports indicate the deal is valued at £117 million ($157 million), potentially making Rogers the most expensive British player in history.

While neither club officially disclosed the financial specifics, Sky Sports reported that the transfer package could exceed the reported £116 million Manchester City paid Nottingham Forest for midfielder Elliot Anderson earlier this month. This move surpasses Chelsea's previous record signing, which was Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo, acquired from Brighton & Hove Albion for £115 million in 2023.

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I'm so excited. For me, Chelsea are the biggest club in London and a club I've always admired since I was a kid.

Rogers conveyed his enthusiasm for the move, stating in a club release, "I'm so excited. For me, Chelsea are the biggest club in London and a club I've always admired since I was a kid." He added, "I'm really excited about the project with the new manager, the players we've got and where the club is heading. That's why I'm here and I can't wait to get started."

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I'm really excited about the project with the new manager, the players we've got and where the club is heading. That's why I'm here and I can't wait to get started.