Arsenal Prepare First Bid for Morgan Rogers

Arsenal are readying an initial formal offer for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers in the coming days, according to journalist Ben Jacobs. With Leandro Trossard having joined Besiktas and Gabriel Martinelli attracting interest from elsewhere, the Gunners are looking to strengthen their left flank. Rogers has emerged as Mikel Arteta’s prime target for the role. Aston Villa value the 23-year-old Englishman at upwards of £130 million, but Arsenal hope to negotiate that figure down to around £100 million. Also on Arsenal’s shortlist are PSG winger Bradley Barcola and Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi. The club continue to monitor Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães, though no official contact has been made for the Brazilian.