Aston Villa Set To Retain This Key Star From Last Season: Is It A Good Decision From Emery? | OneFootball

TBR Football’s Graeme Bailey has reported that Aston Villa have decided to keep Morgan Rogers at the club going into the 2025/26 season. Following the departure of Jacob Ramsey, the club have made it clear that they will not sell too many players in a single transfer window.

Aston Villa are set to retain Morgan Rogers

Rogers was bought by Aston Villa for £15 million on February 1, 2024, and has since established himself as an emerging talent in the Premier League. Big clubs such as Arsenal and Chelsea have shown interest in the 23-year-old forward, but Villa management believe they must keep hold of the youngster if they want to challenge for trophies next season.

If we talk about his stats last season, Rogers scored eight goals and provided 10 assists in 37 matches in the Premier League. These are good stats for a left-winger, who was a vital part of the attack of the team under Emery and helped the club finish sixth in the points table.

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – MAY 03: Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa is challenged by Antonee Robinson of Fulham during the Premier League match between Aston Villa FC and Fulham FC at Villa Park on May 03, 2025 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

The Englishman’s dribbling ability, moving past defenders with ease, pace and ability to step up in big moments have made him a vital part of not just the forward line but the entire attacking structure of the club on the field. In such a situation, Rogers’ stay at the club is important for both the stability and ambition of the team.

Rogers’ importance in Unai Emery’s plans and why it is a good decision?

This decision is very wise for Aston Villa as a club, who are playing in the Europa League and will hope to perform even better in the Premier League. Unai Emery’s team need players who can play in more than one position, and Rogers falls into that category. The midfielder can come in from the left wing and create scoring chances, while his dribbling skills and ball control can break down opposition defences.

In Emery’s structure and system, the 23-year-old can contribute to quick transitions and high press, giving the team a sharper, effective attack and off-the-ball pressure. In our opinion, this decision is a move that will strengthen Villa’s chances for next season, and hence, they are absolutely right with this.