James Finneran

🚨 @JacobsBen: “I do expect Arsenal to sign Morgan Rogers. He is Arsenal’s leading target for left-wing and/or #10. My information is that Rogers has zero preference as to whether he’s signed as a left-winger or a #10.” “Arsenal are expected to bid & this could move quickly. Aston Villa, even with Champions League football, are looking for a major sale to balance their books.” “When Rogers extended last year, there was an understanding that he could leave this summer for a fee of £80m as a starting point. It’s NOT a release clause or gentleman’s understanding, but Villa had said they will not unduly stand in his way.” “I’m still told engagement will start at £80m, that’s NOT to say it’ll be the number that secures a transfer, but that is the beginning to start a conversation with Aston Villa. I think there’s a very strong chance this deal happens.” ✅🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 [@LatteFirm]

Arsenal are set to accelerate interest in Morgan Rogers, who is likely to cost up to £100m from Aston Villa. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 @_pauljoyce

Arsenal have made no concrete approach for William Gomes, though FC Porto will review incoming bids despite manager Francesco Farioli viewing him as a key player. FC Porto bought 80% of his rights from São Paulo for €9m in January 2025, meaning the Brazilian club will net 20% of any future transfer unless FC Porto buy out the remaining percentage. (@abolapt)