Morgan Rogers to Chelsea: Paul Merson says Blues do not need to spend £117m on Aston Villa forward as they have Cole Palmer

20 July 2026, 10:36 | Updated: 20 July 2026, 12:24

In his latest column, Sky Sports' Paul Merson gives his reaction to Morgan Rogers' stunning £117m move to Chelsea.

Rogers is set to become Britain's most-expensive footballer ever by leaving Aston Villa this summer. He is set to sign a six-year deal, with the option of another year, at Stamford Bridge.

Read below for the Magic Man's thoughts in full about what this move means for Chelsea, Arsenal and Villa...

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