Key detail on how Chelsea managed to beat Arsenal to £117m Morgan Rogers deal
Chelsea FC has secured a £117 million deal for Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers, beating out Arsenal for the player's signature. The transfer was reportedly influenced by Xabi Alonso and includes a long-term contract.
Why it matters
This significant transfer fee highlights the aggressive spending and competitive nature of the English Premier League transfer market.
Out of nowhere, Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.
Morgan Rogers has been a long-term target for Chelsea , dating back years as Joe Shields played a big role behind the scenes to try and get him to Stamford Bridge.
It seemed as if Arsenal were the frontrunners to sign Rogers , with the Gunners supposedly the club that the Aston Villa midfielder had his eyes set on.
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However, it now seems as if Chelsea have managed to pull off a hijack, as David Ornstein has shared some breaking news.
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