Morgan Rogers to Arsenal may not be as close as people think after new update emerges.

Arsenal are reportedly in the frame for Morgan Rogers, a 23-year-old winger currently at Aston Villa, with strong indications that he will depart Villa Park this summer. Personal terms with Arsenal have been discussed, and Rogers is believed to be attracted by a move to the Emirates.

Rogers fits the profile Mikel Arteta is seeking: versatile, proven in the Premier League, young, and ambitious. He would also contribute to the manager’s plan to strengthen an English core within the squad.

Among Arsenal’s targets, Rogers is expected to be one of the prominent options discussed by players who could influence the team’s forward line during the World Cup period and beyond. However, there are mixed signals about how advanced any deal truly is.

A notable update from transfer insiders suggests there has not yet been formal contact between Arsenal and Aston Villa about Rogers. While there is clear interest from Arsenal, a direct club-to-club negotiation has not been established at this stage. Nevertheless, there is a sense that, if a deal can be agreed, Rogers would be prepared to listen to Arsenal’s proposal.

Aston Villa, however, are reluctant to sell their key asset and would demand a substantial fee, potentially in the region of around £80 million, before entertaining a departure. This could complicate the path to a deal, even with strong interest from Arsenal.

In the meantime, Arsenal are also exploring alternative options to complement any potential Rogers signing. One such option is Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge, viewed as a more cost-effective addition to reinforce the attacking unit, and not necessarily tied to the Rogers pursuit as a separate transaction.

There were speculative reports suggesting Arsenal might pursue another high-profile addition alongside Rogers. While such talk illustrates the ambition to strengthen the attack, it remains to be seen how realistic and executable these plans are within the summer transfer window, given competing interests and market dynamics.

Additionally, Arsenal could be involved in broader transfer scenarios as they assess options for enhancing their attacking options, including potential interest in players from other leagues. The window remains fluid, with several moving parts and ongoing negotiations that could shape the final shape of Arsenal’s squad for the upcoming season.