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Morgan Rogers becomes most expensive English footballer with £117 million Chelsea move
Chelsea have completed the £117 million (£137 million) transfer of 23‑year‑old England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa, signing him to a seven‑year contract that runs until 2033. The fee sets a new record for the most expensive British player in history. Rogers, who helped Aston Villa win the Europa League and contributed 14 goals and 12 assists in 55 matches last season, said he is thrilled to join “the biggest club in London” and was attracted by the project under new manager Xabi Alonso. Chelsea confirmed he will wear the No 17 shirt, previously worn by Eden Hazard, and expect him to add depth to their attacking options alongside players such as Cole Palmer. The deal also provides a substantial windfall to Rogers’ former club Middlesbrough, which secured a sell‑on clause worth around £20 million. Financially, the transfer pushes Chelsea’s summer spending to a record level for a Premier League club, reinforcing their ambition to compete for domestic and European titles.