Football | Chelsea Buys Morgan Rogers for Nearly 140 Million Euros Amidst World Cup

Chelsea has reportedly secured the signing of English talent Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a deal worth around 138 million euros, according to The Athletic. The transfer, if finalized, would represent a record-breaking fee for an English player.

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Chelsea has reportedly acquired English footballer Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for approximately 138 million euros.

Fabrizio Romano, a prominent football transfer insider, also shared details of the move on X. The reported sum of 117 million pounds, equivalent to approximately 138 million euros, eclipses Manchester City's earlier acquisition of Elliot Anderson for 116 million pounds. This significant investment highlights a trend of English clubs paying a premium for domestic players, partly due to league regulations mandating a quota of homegrown talent.

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The Blues paid 117 million pounds (about 138 million euros) to Birmingham-based Aston Villa, which is the most ever for an English player.

Rogers has emerged as a key player for Aston Villa over the past two seasons, contributing 18 goals and 18 assists in the Premier League. He formed a potent attacking partnership with Ollie Watkins, helping Aston Villa secure the Europa League title in May. His skill as a pacey dribbler is noted, with a photograph by Richard Callis of Sport Press Photo/Zuma illustrating his style.

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Manchester City bought Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for 116 million pounds earlier this summer.

Currently, Rogers is in the United States with the England squad, competing in the World Cup. He was part of the starting lineup for the semifinal match against Argentina, where he provided an assist for Anthony Gordon's opening goal. England ultimately lost the match 1-2. Rogers' contract with Aston Villa extends until 2032, and his transfer to Chelsea is contingent upon him passing a medical examination scheduled for Monday. The article speculates on the amount of playing time manager Thomas Tuchel might afford the attacking midfielder.

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He thanked the responsibility and assisted Anthony Gordon's 1-0 lead goal.