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Arsenal eye Villa’s Ryan Rogers after title win

6/7/2026

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Arsenal Targets

Arsenal have named 23-year-old Ryan Rogers of Aston Villa as their top No.10 target after his 14-goal, 12-assist, 55-appearance 2025/26 season.
They also monitor 26-year-old Morgan Gibbs-White of Nottingham Forest, who recorded 18 goals, seven assists in 53 matches (2025/26) but was omitted from Tuchel’s England World Cup squad.
Arsenal also intend to sign a left winger after winning the Premier League title, their first in 22 years.

Summary

Arsenal Eyes Rogers

Josh Kroenke, Arsenal co-chair, said the club will look to strengthen because rivals are improving, signalling proactive spending.
Mikel Arteta wants to add Paris Saint-Germain-style elements after Arsenal’s penalty-shootout loss, indicating a tactical shift beyond a No.10.
Morgan Rogers, under contract with Aston Villa until 2031, could cost Arsenal well over £80 million, with sources saying a £100 million offer is required and Villa stating they will not sell.

History

Historical Context

Arsenal’s 2003-04 campaign, guided by Arsène Wenger, ended with a historic unbeaten league run of 49 matches and 26 wins, a feat unmatched since Preston North End’s 1888-89 season. The “Invincibles” set a benchmark that now drives Arsenal’s 2024 pursuit of costly midfielders, echoing the club’s long-standing strategy to sustain championship ambition.

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Arsenal Targets

Arsenal have named 23-year-old Ryan Rogers of Aston Villa as their top No.10 target after his 14-goal, 12-assist, 55-appearance 2025/26 season.
They also monitor 26-year-old Morgan Gibbs-White of Nottingham Forest, who recorded 18 goals, seven assists in 53 matches (2025/26) but was omitted from Tuchel’s England World Cup squad.
Arsenal also intend to sign a left winger after winning the Premier League title, their first in 22 years.

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