Arsenal abandon Julian Alvarez pursuit, target Morgan Rogers as left‑wing option

Arsenal’s bid for Atlético Madrid striker Julian Alvarez has hit a setback, with the Argentine confirming he will not move to North London this summer. Reports state that while Arsenal remain a realistic destination, Alvarez prefers to stay in Madrid, leaving the Gunners to seek alternatives.

Club analysts suggest a shift in focus to Aston Villa’s 23‑year‑old Morgan Rogers, who logged 26 goal contributions last season, predominantly from the left wing. Rogers created 13 big chances, scored ten league goals and delivered three long‑range strikes, outperforming Arsenal’s current left‑wing duo. A fee of £80‑100 million has been floated, which Arsenal can afford.

Former defender Nacho Monreal also warned Arsenal against adding Sandro Tonali, citing potential selection dilemmas with existing midfielders. The club must balance its midfield options while pursuing new talent.