Arsenal are exploring a move for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers, according to reports.

TalkSPORT claim that the Gunners have held “preliminary talks” with the player’s advisors ahead of a potential bid.

Rogers is expected to cost at least £80m, with the 23-year-old also attracting interest from the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain.

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