Chelsea Confident of Landing Rogers

Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers has become a key target for Chelsea, following a breakout 2024-25 season where he contributed 16 goals and 14 assists in 54 appearances. The 23-year-old's impressive performance also earned him his first senior cap for England. Aston Villa, however, are determined to keep their star attacker, viewing him as central to their long-term plans. They have reportedly placed an "extraordinary" price tag on Rogers, potentially eclipsing the £100 million Manchester City paid for Jack Grealish in 2021. Rogers is under contract with Villa until 2030, having signed a new deal just last year. Chelsea's pursuit of Rogers aligns with their recent transfer strategy of acquiring promising young talent. The club's co-director of recruitment, Joe Shields, has a previous connection with Rogers, having signed him for Manchester City's youth academy from West Brom. Meanwhile, Real Madrid's interest in Gabriel Magalhães has been met with firm resistance from Arsenal. The Gunners have reportedly already rejected an inquiry from the Spanish giants, stating the 28-year-old is not for sale at any price. Gabriel has been a cornerstone of Arsenal's defense, forming a formidable partnership with William Saliba. The Brazilian international, who has made nearly 250 appearances for the club, recently signed a new long-term contract keeping him at the Emirates until 2029. Real Madrid are in the market for a central defender to bolster their backline, with current players Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba both in their thirties and dealing with fitness issues. Gabriel's blend of physical presence, aerial strength, and ability to play from the back makes him an ideal, albeit seemingly unattainable, target for the La Liga powerhouse.