Liverpool are preparing one of the most audacious moves of the summer transfer window — and the man at the very top of Xabi Alonso’s wishlist is Morgan Rogers.
According to multiple high-level sources, the 23-year-old Aston Villa star has emerged as Alonso’s number one priority should the Spanish coach take over from Arne Slot at Anfield this summer.
Rogers has been nothing short of sensational in the 2025/26 season, scoring 7 goals and providing 5 assists in 23 Premier League appearances. His ability to operate as a left winger, false nine, or classic No.10 makes him the ultimate modern attacking weapon — exactly the kind of versatile, high-output player Alonso believes can transform Liverpool’s attack.
Alonso’s Dream Signing
With serious doubts persisting over Mohamed Salah’s long-term future and uncertainty surrounding Cody Gakpo, Alonso views Rogers as the perfect multi-functional attacker who can rotate seamlessly across all three forward positions. Spanish reports claim Rogers is not just on the list — he is Alonso’s top target, ahead of names like Michael Olise and Bradley Barcola.
Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes has long admired the England international. Transfer insider Ben Jacobs recently revealed:
“I sense if a midfielder is to arrive at Anfield this year, it will more likely be one with goals output who can also play in wide areas. Morgan Rogers is the type of profile some within Liverpool appreciate.”
Liverpool showed concrete interest in Rogers as far back as summer 2025, only to be deterred by Aston Villa’s sky-high valuation and Rogers’ new long-term contract until 2031.
Ready to Break the Bank
This time, however, Liverpool appear ready to smash their transfer record. Villa are expected to demand in the region of £70-85 million for their star man, a fee that would make Rogers one of the most expensive English players of all time. With Champions League qualification far from guaranteed for Unai Emery’s side, the door could be open for a mega-bid.
The timing could not be more explosive. With Liverpool holding talks with Xabi Alonso and Slot’s position under increasing pressure, the Reds are planning a complete attacking overhaul this summer — and Morgan Rogers sits at the very heart of it.