Morgan Rogers aim sly dig at Arsenal after completing Chelsea move

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·22. Juli 2026

Morgan Rogers aim sly dig at Arsenal after completing Chelsea move

Morgan Rogers has appeared to aim a subtle dig at Arsenal after completing his big-money move to Chelsea from Aston Villa, with the Gunners missing out on one of their major transfer targets.

Arsenal had reached an agreement with Rogers over personal terms and were confident they could win the race for his signature. However, once negotiations began with Aston Villa, it became clear that the Gunners were not prepared to meet the club’s demands for the attacker.

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That situation allowed Chelsea to enter the race, and the Blues moved quickly to complete a deal for one of the most highly regarded players in England. Rogers has consistently delivered impressive numbers in goals and assists at club level and is expected to become an important player for Chelsea.

Arsenal have already moved on from the disappointment and are exploring other options as they look to complete the transfer window with a major signing. However, Rogers’ comments after joining Chelsea have attracted attention from supporters of both clubs.

Rogers Praises Chelsea Move

Speaking after completing his transfer, Rogers praised Chelsea and highlighted his excitement about joining the club. According to Sports Illustrated, Rogers said:

“I’m so excited.

“For me, Chelsea are the biggest club in London and a club I’ve always admired since I was a kid.

“I’m really excited about the project with the new manager, the players we’ve got and where the club is heading. That’s why I’m here and I can’t wait to get started.”

Rogers’ comments are similar to what many players say after joining a new club, and Arsenal are unlikely to be overly concerned by his words.

The Gunners will now focus on their remaining transfer plans and continue searching for other high-quality additions. Missing out on Rogers is a setback, but Arsenal remain determined to strengthen their squad before the window closes.

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