Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a major Morgan Rogers transfer blow after Aston Villa’s latest decision.
It was reported a few days ago that Tottenham Hotspur were preparing to test Aston Villa’s resolve over Morgan Rogers. The 23-year-old midfielder caught the eye last season in the Premier League, after scoring eight goals, providing eleven assists, and picking up the PFA Young Player of the Year award.
With Spurs still in need of a creative presence in midfield, reports emerged that the club were considering a move for Rogers, following early discussions about a potential deal.
However, it now appears that despite Spurs’ desire to bolster their midfield options before the window shuts, their chase for the Aston Villa star has hit a significant obstacle.
Aston Villa block Morgan Rogers transfer despite Tottenham interest
According to GIVEMESPORT, Aston Villa are preparing to shut the door on any late exit for Rogers, delivering a major setback to Tottenham’s summer transfer plans.
Reports indicate that Unai Emery is unwilling to sanction the midfielder’s departure, with the Villa boss having no intention of selling Rogers at a time when he is attracting interest from sides in the Premier League.
It was understood that an offer in the region of £80 million would have been enough to tempt Villa into talks this summer, yet fresh claims suggest Emery’s side are now ready to raise their valuation even higher to fend off interest.
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Why Aston Villa are standing firm on Rogers
The reasoning behind Villa’s decision is clear. With the transfer window reaching its final stages, replacing a player of Rogers’ quality would be a daunting task, something Emery and his recruitment staff are unwilling to risk.
Tottenham, however, are not alone in their pursuit, with both Arsenal and Chelsea also linked to Rogers in recent weeks, which further underlines his rising stock in the Premier League.
It is also worth noting that Rogers himself has shown no indication that he is pushing for a move away. The midfielder remains settled at Villa Park and still has five years remaining on his current contract, which only strengthens the club’s hand in negotiations.