Arsenal are preparing to submit their first bid for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, with a medical already booked for the forward. The move comes after Leandro Trossard's decision to sign for Besiktas earlier this month, leaving Mikel Arteta's side needing reinforcements in attack. The Gunners have already agreed personal terms with Christos Tzolis as a direct replacement for Trossard, but Rogers remains a top target alongside Aston Villa teammate Ezri Konsa.
Arsenal's pursuit of Rogers is part of a busy summer for the Premier League champions, who are also looking to strengthen their squad ahead of their title defence. The north London club have been credited with interest in Julian Alvarez, although no formal bid has been made for the Manchester City striker.
“Arsenal set to make first bid for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers with medical booked.”
Elsewhere, Manchester United have reportedly made contact with the representatives of Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson. The Red Devils, who have already signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans this window, are still looking to bolster their engine room. United are also weighing up a move for Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams, according to Football Insider, a move that would not come without controversy given Williams' Liverpool upbringing. In addition, the club are expected to make a bid for Monaco's Manu Kone as they continue to reshape their midfield.
Liverpool, meanwhile, look set to lose Mohamed Salah, who left the club this summer. Besiktas appear to be winning the race for the Egyptian's signature, with the Turkish giants already having secured Trossard. Salah's next move is expected to be confirmed soon.
The transfer window is in full swing, with clubs across the Premier League accelerating their plans before the new season begins. Arsenal's bid for Rogers is expected imminently, as Arteta aims to add depth to his forward line.