Morgan Rogers set for Chelsea FC medical as £117m deal agreed in hammer blow to Arsenal
Chelsea FC has agreed to a record-breaking £117 million deal to sign Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers. The transfer, which includes a six-year contract, marks a significant move for the club and disrupts Arsenal's transfer plans.
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This deal sets a new transfer record for an English player and highlights the aggressive spending strategies of top-tier Premier League clubs.
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Chelsea have agreed a £117million fee with Aston Villa for Morgan Rogers , who will undergo a medical on Monday.
The versatile attacking midfielder, who is currently with the England squad at the World Cup, was expected to leave Villa summer, with Arsenal making him their top transfer priority this summer.
But Standard Sport understands it is Chelsea who the player has picked. The Blues have been long-time admirers of Rogers, and have acted quickly and efficiently to deny the Gunners.
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