Morgan Rogers
Chelsea confirmed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a British record transfer fee of £117m on Tuesday.
The English winger signed a six-year deal to swap Villa Park for Stamford Bridge ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season.
The Blues pipped Arsenal to his signature after the Gunners registered interest in the player in May, and Mikel Arteta spoke to him about a move to the Emirates Stadium before Chelsea hijacked the deal.
Here are the five things Chelsea fans need to know about Morgan Rogers.
Who is Morgan Rogers ?
Rogers was born in Halesowen in the Dudley Metropolitan Borough on July 26, 2002, he is the middle child in a family of three brothers born to Deborah and Howard Rogers. He is of Jamaican descent through his mother.
He is a product of the West Bromwich Albion Academy before he joined Manchester City in 2019.
He failed to make a single appearance for Manchester City’s senior team before going out on loan to the likes of Lincoln City, Bournemouth and Blackpool, he joined Middlesbrough in 2023.
He joined Aston Villa for a reported fee of £8 million in 2024.
Rogers Style of Play
Rogers is a versatile player who primarily operated as a number 10 at Aston Villa but can also play as a winger, striker or attacking midfielder.
Tactically, he is known to take long distance shots and engage in an aggressive style of attacking play, driving at opponents and breaking defensive lines.
Standing at 1.87 metres, Rogers combines physical strength with explosive acceleration.
He can play the following position:
Left winger
Right winger
No. 10
Second striker
False nine
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Rogers Stats
Rogers has played a total of 312 official matches in his career, scoring 69 goals and recording 53 assists.
Last season, He recorded 14 goals, and
12 assists in 55 appearances in all competitions for Aston Villa while leading the team to the Europa League trophy.
What Will Rogers Bring To Chelsea?
Tactical Versatility: Rogers can play comfortably on the left wing or as a central attacking midfielder. His presence will likely allow him to interchange positions fluidly with Cole Palmer, who operates as the primary number 10.
Premier League Experience: Unlike many of Chelsea’s younger international signings, Rogers already has a strong track record of success in English football, which should ease his transition into the team.
Physicality and Strength: Standing tall for an attacker, he uses his frame to shield the ball, beat defenders on the dribble, and retain possession under heavy pressure.
Rogers Awards/ Trophies
EFL League One Young Player of the Month: March 2021
EFL Cup top scorer: 2023–24
Aston Villa Young Player of the Season: 2024–25
The Athletic Premier League Young Player of the Season: 2024–25
PFA Young Player of the Year: 2024–25
UEFA Europa League Player of the Season: 2025–26
UEFA Europa League Team of the Season: 2025–26
Trophies
Manchester City U18
FA Youth Cup: 2019–20
Aston Villa
UEFA Europa League: 2025–26
England
FIFA World Cup third place: 2026
Rogers International Career
Rogers has represented England at all international levels from under-15 to the Three Lions.
He made his debut for the senior team against Greece in 2024 as a second-half substitute in a 3–0 away victory for England.
He scored his first goal in a 3–0 friendly win over Wales at Wembley in October 2025. He has scored one goal in 22 appearances for England.
He was part of the England squad that finished third at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
Who is Morgan Rogers? Five things to know about new Chelsea star
Chelsea confirmed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a British record transfer fee of £117m on Tuesday.
The English winger signed a six-year deal to swap Villa Park for Stamford Bridge ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season.
The Blues pipped Arsenal to his signature after the Gunners registered interest in the player in May, and Mikel Arteta spoke to him about a move to the Emirates Stadium before Chelsea hijacked the deal.
Here are the five things Chelsea fans need to know about Morgan Rogers.
Who is Morgan Rogers ?
Rogers was born in Halesowen in the Dudley Metropolitan Borough on July 26, 2002, he is the middle child in a family of three brothers born to Deborah and Howard Rogers. He is of Jamaican descent through his mother.
He is a product of the West Bromwich Albion Academy before he joined Manchester City in 2019.
He failed to make a single appearance for Manchester City’s senior team before going out on loan to the likes of Lincoln City, Bournemouth and Blackpool, he joined Middlesbrough in 2023.
He joined Aston Villa for a reported fee of £8 million in 2024.
Rogers Style of Play
Rogers is a versatile player who primarily operated as a number 10 at Aston Villa but can also play as a winger, striker or attacking midfielder.
Tactically, he is known to take long distance shots and engage in an aggressive style of attacking play, driving at opponents and breaking defensive lines.
Standing at 1.87 metres, Rogers combines physical strength with explosive acceleration.
He can play the following position:
Left winger
Right winger
No. 10
Second striker
False nine
Read Also: Taylor, Garnacho, Rogers — All the big stories everyone’s talking about
Rogers Stats
Rogers has played a total of 312 official matches in his career, scoring 69 goals and recording 53 assists.
Last season, He recorded 14 goals, and
12 assists in 55 appearances in all competitions for Aston Villa while leading the team to the Europa League trophy.
What Will Rogers Bring To Chelsea?
Tactical Versatility: Rogers can play comfortably on the left wing or as a central attacking midfielder. His presence will likely allow him to interchange positions fluidly with Cole Palmer, who operates as the primary number 10.
Premier League Experience: Unlike many of Chelsea’s younger international signings, Rogers already has a strong track record of success in English football, which should ease his transition into the team.
Physicality and Strength: Standing tall for an attacker, he uses his frame to shield the ball, beat defenders on the dribble, and retain possession under heavy pressure.
Rogers Awards/ Trophies
EFL League One Young Player of the Month: March 2021
EFL Cup top scorer: 2023–24
Aston Villa Young Player of the Season: 2024–25
The Athletic Premier League Young Player of the Season: 2024–25
PFA Young Player of the Year: 2024–25
UEFA Europa League Player of the Season: 2025–26
UEFA Europa League Team of the Season: 2025–26
Trophies
Manchester City U18
FA Youth Cup: 2019–20
Aston Villa
UEFA Europa League: 2025–26
England
FIFA World Cup third place: 2026
Rogers International Career
Rogers has represented England at all international levels from under-15 to the Three Lions.
He made his debut for the senior team against Greece in 2024 as a second-half substitute in a 3–0 away victory for England.
He scored his first goal in a 3–0 friendly win over Wales at Wembley in October 2025. He has scored one goal in 22 appearances for England.
He was part of the England squad that finished third at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
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