Emmanuel Petit slams Villa's £130m price tag for Morgan Rogers

Former France midfielder Emmanuel Petit was left stunned on talkSPORT when Aston Villa announced a £130 million asking price for 23‑year‑old Morgan Rogers, the Arsenal‑linked attacking midfielder whose recent Premier League performances have made him a top target ahead of the new season.

Aston Villa have set a £130 million price tag for 23‑year‑old Morgan Rogers. The asking price would eclipse the current Premier League transfer record.

Arsenal are monitoring Rogers as they seek additional creativity and depth in their forward line for the upcoming season. Rogers’ standout campaign with Villa has made him one of the most coveted attacking players in the league.

The £130 million figure would surpass the £125 million record set by Alexander Isak’s move from Newcastle United to Liverpool in the summer of 2025. That benchmark highlights the extraordinary valuation Villa are demanding for one of their most valuable assets.

Rogers is reported to be open to a transfer to Premier League champions Arsenal, while the prospect of playing abroad also appeals to him. Nevertheless, Villa are expected to hold firm on a significant fee should they eventually agree to sell.

Former France international Emmanuel Petit expressed disbelief on talkSPORT, calling the valuation “ridiculous” and noting that price tags now regularly exceed £100 million. He added that “every single day, I see price tags on players that… ‘Wow, my God’,” referencing the pressure such sums place on players.

Petit advised Arsenal to consider Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams as a backup option, despite Williams’ recent injury and form concerns. If Villa maintain their demand, Arsenal may need to weigh the financial risk against the potential impact of Rogers or look elsewhere for value.