Morgan Rogers quietly makes his choice as United-Arsenal transfer tussle reaches decisive twist – report

A perfect hint about where Morgan Rogers will play his football next season has now been dropped by a club insider at a Premier League side. Ahead of this summer’s transfer window, several credible sources had suggested Rogers would change clubs, and suddenly the question became not whether he would leave, but where the dangerous Englishman would land. Who, next season, would benefit from Rogers‘ elite one-v-one dribbling, aggressive forward driving, and ability to break defensive lines? Keen on signing a left winger, Manchester United soon emerged as one of the 23-year-old’s serious suitors. There was a suggestion that Michael Carrick was pushing for a reunion, with Jason Wilcox backing that swoop. However, a move for Rogers was never purely about his £80 million-plus price tag; it was about who he would choose to join, with almost every top English side circling. Morgan Rogers has a preference While Manchester United were hoping the Aston Villa talisman would choose them, Arsenal transfer insider Hand of Arsenal has revealed that may not be the case. The reputable Arsenal source says, “Morgan Rogers has given preference to joining the English champions. Other clubs are still actively in the race but acknowledge the player’s current preference.” He adds, “Personal terms have been explored and are not a hindrance at all. Morgan Rogers is sold on the Mikel Arteta project and plan for him.” On the competition, he says: “Chelsea, in particular, have been pleading with Morgan to showcase their plan for him, but as of today, the response is ‘Arsenal.’ Manchester United have also explored the situation, with Carrick being a big fan.” Notably, the source adds that while informal talks have taken place, there are still no formal negotiations between Villa and Arsenal. Man United only going for players who want them This update, with no club-to-club talks, may not spell the end of Manchester United’s interest entirely, but one thing is certain: if Rogers genuinely prefers the Gunners, Ineos will not bother trying to sway him. The United decision-makers only want players who want them, and so, much like with Elliot Anderson, the Rogers pursuit may well be abandoned. That said, no Rogers, no problem. United are eyeing one of the most exciting talents in English football in Crysencio Summerville. The tricky West Ham winger, should the 20-time English champions firm up their interest, could prove to be their own version of Rogers. Featured image Dan Mullan via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Daniel Onguko Dan is a writer with The Peoples Person, an avid Manchester United fan whose passion for the Red Devils evolved into writing about them. He was introduced to United back in 2008, and his love for the club has continued to grow ever since. Like every other United fan, he believes the club will soon return to its rightful place and strives to reflect that belief in his writing. While he has also written about other Premier League sides, including Arsenal for Just Arsenal and The Arsenal Analysis Blogspot, Dan lives and breathes Manchester United.