Morgan Rogers admits he's heard transfer rumors but will channel them into positive energy, according to Sky Sports.
England forward Morgan Rogers admits he has heard the rumors about his future but is fully focused on his game for now. The Aston Villa forward has attracted interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United this summer, and talk of an £80 million departure is heating up.
Rogers, who is currently with the England squad at the World Cup, said he is aware of the rumors but will not be distracted by them. When asked if transfer rumors affect focus, Rogers said on "The Rest Is Football" podcast: "I think the first time it does. You're in an uncomfortable position because you haven't realized how many people are interested in you, and you haven't fully understood it yet."
Rogers continued: "But as you get older and gain more experience, you realize it's part of the game, and 95% of it is just noise. Of course, you hear it; you can't not hear it. You know it's there, but you have to look at it in a positive way. You just have to keep playing your game and stay focused."
According to Sky Sports reporter Mark McAdam, Bournemouth are exploring the conditions for another loan spell for Lazio goalkeeper Christos Mandas. The Greece international joined Bournemouth on loan in January but did not make enough appearances to trigger a permanent transfer.
However, Bournemouth are keen on the 24-year-old goalkeeper and would be willing to loan him again next season if the numbers are right for both parties. Talks are ongoing, and Bournemouth remains in communication with Lazio. Mandas is understood to be interested in returning to the Premier League and enjoyed his time at Bournemouth in the second half of last season.
According to Sky Sports reporter Elliot Cook, Brighton are in talks with right-back Joël Veltman over a new contract. Sky Sports understands that negotiations between Brighton and the Dutch player are ongoing. The 34-year-old Veltman's current contract is due to expire this summer.
Sky Sports reporter Gary Cotterill brings the latest on Jose Mourinho's move to Real Madrid, and Mourinho has also sent an emotional farewell message to Benfica.
According to multiple Sky Sports reporters, whether Manchester United signs a versatile forward this summer may depend on whether Joshua Zirkzee leaves. Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha all scored in double digits in their first season at Old Trafford, but given the increased number of games next season, including the Champions League, it is understandable that Manchester United are looking to strengthen their attacking options further.
Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers is a player Manchester United are interested in, and Villa are expected to listen to offers of around £80 million. It remains to be seen whether United can match this price in addition to other signings, but if Rogers potentially leaves, Villa would clearly benefit from reinvesting in Unai Emery's squad this summer.
Sky Sports reported in March that Everton's Amadou Onana is also one of the options Manchester United are monitoring. However, Onana has three years left on his current contract, and it is understood that a deal is unlikely to be completed in this transfer window.
Manchester United are also interested in Lille's 21-year-old forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, a name not too well known in England. The young forward can also play on the wing, and his inclusion in Belgium's World Cup squad was somewhat surprising. Last season, he contributed 8 goals and 5 assists for Lille in Ligue 1.
However, a large part of Manchester United's search for a forward will depend on Zirkzee's future. The Dutch forward is a special case. It is understood that he has had a positive impact in the dressing room since joining Manchester United in 2024 but has struggled to build momentum on the pitch. Zirkzee is not certain to leave this summer, but if he does, Manchester United will have room to strengthen their attack.
According to multiple Sky Sports reporters, Manchester United are still monitoring Bournemouth's Alex Scott long-term. However, as Sky Sports reported at the end of May, Bournemouth have already begun talks with Scott over a new contract and consider him not for sale in this window. It remains to be seen whether Manchester United will test Bournemouth's resolve.
Manchester United's approach to Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba last season suggests that they are unlikely to pursue a deal if they believe the valuation is too high. Nevertheless, the Cameroon international remains one of United's ongoing targets, but a significant breakthrough in valuation between the two clubs would be needed to facilitate a potential transfer.
Another name Manchester United could be monitoring is Napoli's Fisayo Bashiru, the Nigeria international who is on United's midfield shortlist. The former Sheffield Wednesday player Fisayo Bashiru has two years left on his contract, and while he is happy in Italy, sources close to the player believe he would be open to a move to the Premier League.
The question is whether Manchester United will sign two more midfielders in addition to Edson Silva. Mason Mount was deployed in a deeper role at the end of the season, and Tyler Fletcher is also expected to be more involved with the first team next season. The 19-year-old's experience with Scotland at the World Cup will significantly boost him when he returns to Carrington later this summer.
One midfielder expected to leave Manchester United is Manuel Ugarte. Ugarte had limited impact last season, but he started both of Uruguay's recent international matches in March and could play an important role in Uruguay's World Cup campaign. United's hierarchy hopes this will increase his potential resale value this summer.
According to multiple Sky Sports reporters, after largely agreeing on Atlanta midfielder Edson Silva, Manchester United are still looking for opportunities to expand, strengthen, and balance Michael Carrick's squad for next season. At least one more midfielder and potentially another forward will arrive at Old Trafford this summer.
As Sky Sports reported on Tuesday, Manchester United are currently exploring a deal to sign West Ham midfielder Matheus Fernandes. Like other targets, Manchester United are still doing background work on Fernandes. After West Ham's relegation, Fernandes is seen as a realistic deal, and midfield remains United's priority position to strengthen in this window.
Sky Sports understands that West Ham values Fernandes at around £80 million and is not in a hurry to sell the player. West Ham signed the Portuguese midfielder last summer for an initial transfer fee of £38 million.
Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson remains a high-priority target on Manchester United's transfer list, with United having long monitored the England midfielder. Forest has already rejected an initial offer from neighboring Manchester City. The next few weeks will be crucial, and it remains to be seen whether Manchester United will wait for Anderson's future or turn to other targets in the meantime. Anderson's future is unlikely to become clear until after the World Cup.
Maria Perez has extended her contract with London City Lionesses until the summer of 2028. The 24-year-old Catalan player was originally due to leave the club at the end of June, but she will now stay until the summer of 2028.
The Spanish midfielder, who joined London City Lionesses from Barcelona in the summer of 2024, said in an interview with the club's website: "I am very happy to extend my contract with London City. I have settled into the club, the country, and the league, so it was an easy decision."
Perez continued: "As soon as the club contacted me, I knew I wanted to stay here. I am young and ready to compete and give everything for this club. What we want to build as a team and as a club is, in my opinion, the best project in the English league."
West Ham United officially announced that Adama Traore will leave the club after just six months. The Spanish winger joined West Ham from Fulham in January this year. West Ham did not disclose the length of his contract when Adama Traore joined. After 12 appearances and no goals in half a season, he will now leave the London Stadium.
Łukasz Fabiański, 41, will also leave the East London club after eight years.
Hearts have announced the signing of Amadou Ba-Sy. The tall striker joins Hearts from French National 1 club FC Rouen on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee.