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Chelsea signs Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for record £117m fee

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 8:52 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Chelsea signs Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for record £117m fee

Summary

Chelsea has completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a £117 million transfer fee, securing one of the top talents in European soccer. The deal was finalized on July 21, 2026, shortly after Rogers' participation in the World Cup with England. Arsenal, the reigning Premier League champions, reportedly pursued Rogers but did not match Chelsea's offer, which was well above their internal valuation. Chelsea's new manager, Xabi Alonso, played a crucial role in swaying Rogers to choose Chelsea over Arsenal, citing his versatility and potential role within the team.

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By the Numbers

•Morgan Rogers signed a contract with Chelsea until June 2032.
•Rogers scored 10 goals and provided six assists last season.
•Chelsea's bid surpassed Arsenal's valuation of £80 million.
•Alonso's phone call was pivotal in Rogers' decision to join Chelsea.
•Rogers impressed during the World Cup, assisting in a semifinal match.

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8:52 PMYahoo Sports — Why did Morgan Rogers choose Chelsea over Arsenal? How Xabi Alonso phone call helped broker record transfer

What they're saying

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Arsenal are the Premier League champions, while Chelsea are rebuilding after a terrible season. So how did the Blues secure one of the hottest properties in European soccer?
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