Tottenham accelerate move for Morgan Rogers after Aston Villa’s big transfer decision

Tottenham Hotspur intensify chase for Morgan Rogers as Aston Villa soften stance on sale

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly ramping up their efforts to sign Morgan Rogers, with Aston Villa now said to be open to entertaining offers for the attacking midfielder in the final days of the transfer window.

 

For much of the summer, Rogers has been one of the names consistently linked with a potential move to North London. Spurs have identified the 23-year-old as a priority target after their failure to land Eberechi Eze, who was considered a perfect fit for Ange Postecoglou’s attacking system. Missing out on Eze has only heightened Tottenham’s urgency to secure a creative spark in midfield, and Rogers appears to be the man they now view as an ideal solution.

 

Initially, Villa were adamant that Rogers was not for sale, particularly so late in the window. Journalist Graeme Bailey even noted that the club’s hierarchy had informed suitors that the player was firmly off-limits. However, according to fresh reports, the Midlands side’s stance has shifted in recent days. Football Insider claims that Villa are reluctantly preparing themselves for the possibility of losing Rogers as Tottenham look set to accelerate their pursuit before the September 1 deadline.

 

Villa’s financial position could force a decision

 

One of the key reasons behind Villa’s change of heart reportedly stems from financial pressures. Despite their progress under Unai Emery, the club are aware that squad reinforcements are required if they are to compete effectively on both domestic and European fronts this season. Emery is said to be eager for additional depth, and the only way to achieve that may be to sanction a high-profile departure.

 

Rogers, who has impressed since arriving from Middlesbrough and has already shown flashes of being a top-level Premier League talent, has emerged as a player whose sale could generate significant funds. Villa may decide to cash in on the England Under-21 international in order to bankroll late-window signings.

 

The financial reality for Spurs

 

The question, however, is what Tottenham would have to pay to tempt Villa into agreeing to a deal. The Independent previously suggested that Aston Villa would only consider bids in excess of £80 million for Rogers. If Spurs were to meet that valuation, it would smash the club’s existing transfer record — currently held by Dominic Solanke following his £65 million switch from Bournemouth last summer.

 

Such a fee would undoubtedly place heavy expectations on Rogers, who is still developing as a player and has yet to prove himself over multiple seasons at the top level. Nevertheless, Tottenham’s hierarchy are believed to be confident that they can finance the move, thanks in part to a significant cash injection from ENIC earlier in the summer.

 

Spurs fans cautious amid mixed transfer window

 

While the pursuit of Rogers demonstrates ambition, Tottenham supporters are likely to be cautious in their optimism. The club has endured a frustrating transfer window so far, with several top targets slipping through their grasp. Rogers, therefore, represents both an opportunity to salvage their summer business and a statement signing for Postecoglou as he looks to strengthen his squad.

 

With less than a week remaining before the window slams shut, all eyes will be on North London and Birmingham. Tottenham are pressing ahead, and Villa appear more willing than ever to listen. Whether Spurs are prepared to meet the lofty asking price — and whether Rogers himself is eager for the move — could determine how one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer sagas concludes.