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Morgan Rogers Links to Arsenal Could Trigger Big Sell‑On Windfall for Middlesbrough

A reported 20% sell‑on clause would give Middlesbrough a rare multi‑million payout if Aston Villa move Rogers for a very large fee.

Overview

  • Rogers enjoyed a breakout 2025–26 season, scoring in the Europa League final, winning UEFA player of the tournament, and recording 10 Premier League goals and six assists.
  • Multiple top clubs are credited with interest in Rogers, with Arsenal widely reported as the frontrunner but no formal offers confirmed.
  • Aston Villa are understood to hold the player under a long contract to 2031 and are likely to demand a fee toward £100m rather than sell cheaply.
  • Reports on Tuesday said Middlesbrough secured a reported 20% sell‑on clause when they sold Rogers to Villa, a clause that could deliver a substantial windfall if Villa cash in.
  • Public debate has grown over Rogers’s best next step, with broadcaster Richard Keys advising against Arsenal and outlets noting that England/World Cup involvement could further raise his price.