Morgan Rogers, born on July 26, 2002, in Halesowen, England, is a professional footballer known for his versatility in attacking roles. He currently plays for Aston Villa in the Premier League and has represented England at various youth levels.
Club Career
Rogers began his football journey at West Bromwich Albion, making his senior debut before transferring to Manchester City. During his time with City, he gained experience through loan spells at Lincoln City, AFC Bournemouth, and Blackpool. In February 2024, Rogers signed with Aston Villa from Middlesbrough, where he had an impressive run with seven goals and eight assists in the first half of the 2023/24 season. At Villa, he continued to showcase his talent, scoring his first goal for the club against Brentford in April 2024. His consistent performances led to a contract extension until 2030.
International Career
Rogers' contributions at the club level earned him a call-up to the England senior squad in November 2024. He made his debut against Greece and has since been involved in the national team setup. On March 24, 2025, Rogers was part of the England squad that secured a 2-0 victory over Latvia in a World Cup 2026 qualifier.
Playing Style
Rogers is celebrated for his physical strength, tactical intelligence, and dribbling skills. Primarily operating as a number 10 at Aston Villa, he is also adept as a winger, striker, or attacking midfielder. His dynamic playing style has drawn comparisons to players like Jamal Musiala and Ronaldo. Notably, after scoring, Rogers often celebrates by crossing his arms and rubbing his shoulders, a gesture popularized by his former teammate Cole Palmer.
Recent Form
As of March 2025, Rogers has made 41 appearances for Aston Villa, scoring 12 goals and providing seven assists. His performances have been instrumental in Villa's campaign, contributing significantly in both domestic and European competitions.