Fabrizio Romano revealed on Thursday night that Morgan Rogers is a top target for Unai Emery in the January transfer window, with Aston Villa reportedly pushing to sign the versatile attacking talent. Rogers, who began his career at West Bromwich Albion before joining Manchester City in 2019, has represented England up to Under-20 level and has enjoyed loan spells at Lincoln City, Bournemouth and Blackpool before making a permanent switch to Middlesbrough last summer. Carrick has praised Rogers’ creativity and attitude for the game, and Villa will be hoping to add him to their squad as they pursue a top-four finish in the Premier League and continue their Europa Conference League and FA Cup campaigns.
The player is reportedly excited at the opportunity of joining Villa, who are performing well in the Premier League. Rogers has represented England up to Under-20 level and has a bright future in the game. Michael Carrick has praised him, saying he is a huge talent who creates and is dangerous. Villa are currently third in the Premier League table and have a chance of a top-four finish, as well as being in the latter stages of the Europa Conference League and the fourth round of the FA Cup. Rogers could be the latest addition to Villa’s squad to aid their pursuit of silverware this season.
