According to Sky Sport Switzerland writer Sacha Tavolieri, Manchester United and Aston Villa have had preliminary discussions about a possible summer transfer for Morgan Rogers. Along with his longtime admirers Chelsea, the Old Trafford team is one of several Premier League teams closely monitoring Rogers ahead of the summer window.
Despite only signing a new six-year deal with Villa in November, which would keep him with the team until the summer of 2031, the England international may be on the move. Rogers is reportedly valued at about £90 million by the West Midlands club. The 23-year-old would rank among the club’s most profitable sales in history with a move in this category.
Tavolieri claims that Rogers is “very open” to moving to Old Trafford following the season, if United makes it to the Champions League. After two and a half seasons at Villa Park, the England international is reportedly “eager” to take on a fresh challenge and considers continental football to be a major factor in his choice. Michael Carrick, United’s acting manager, is familiar with Rogers from their time together at Middlesbrough in the Championship.
£80m Villa star ready to join Man Utd on one condition
In the summer of 2023, a Manchester City academy product named Morgan Rogers was transferred to Middlesbrough for a mere £1 million. Under Michael Carrick’s guidance, the offensive midfielder had a brief but fruitful tenure, contributing seven goals and nine assists in 33 games.
Unai Emery has been primarily depending on the Englishman, who was formerly an attacking midfielder, on the left side, where he plays as an inverted winger, cutting to the middle with his strength and pace before aiming at goal.
Rogers would be a great asset to any team, but Manchester United would especially be happy to have him since the team needs a right-footed player who can play a variety of roles behind the striker. The Villa star may be a long-term successor for Bruno Fernandes in his old No. 10 spot as well as an instant fix for the left-wing position.
