Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterArsenal have made Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers their top target for the summer transfer window.The Gunners are looking to bolster their side ahead of next season, with midfield an area in need of upgrades.However, it's not an easy market for them to navigate with sky-high prices and competition meaning flexibility is required.Play our FREE match predictor and win �1kAston Villa could be forced to sell their top asset this summerThe Athletic has claimed that Rogers is Arsenal's priority and that Villa could be persuaded to sell arguably their best player by financial regulations.After exceeding their UEFA loss limit, Villa had to enter into a settlement agreement, which could lead to some strict punishments if terms are not met. You may like Arsenal given go ahead to complete Julian Alvarez as first summer transfer Arsenal make summer transfer plans to build around major contract extension: report Newcastle United want to challenge Arsenal for certified Gunners transfer target: report While Villa's preference is that Rogers stays and plays for them next season, selling him could remove any worries over future problems caused by finances.One such punishment could be a ban from European competitions, so Villa see it as vital that they stick to the rules.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.With Rogers valued at higher than the �116m Manchester City paid for Elliot Anderson this summer, a sale would bring in a substantial, potentially transformative, fee.Arsenal are also monitoring the situation of Paris Saint Germain's Bradley Barcola, but he would also set them back north of �100m.Newcastle United's Bruno Guimaraes is another player the Gunners are keen on signing, but have been told that the player is not available this summer following the sale of Sandro Tonali to Spurs.Arsenal's need for a midfielder stems from an over-reliance on the likes of Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi last season.Injuries to squad players like Mikel Merino and Martin Odegaard and Mikel Arteta's reluctance to use the likes of Christian Norgaard mean reinforcements are needed if they are to compete for extra silverware while also defending their league title.They have also recently struck a deal for goalkeeper Illan Meslier as a free agent.TOPICSArsenalAston VillaPremier LeagueRyan GraySocial Links NavigationFreelance WriterRyan Gray is a freelance writer, covering mainly travel and occasionally sport. He previously spent two years as Sports Editor at the Watford Observer before turning his hand to travel writing, with his work appearing in various national UK publications. He has gone from providing matchday commentary for Blyth Spartans to covering FA Cup and Euros finals, as well as interviewing the likes of Claudio Ranieri, Alan Shearer and Glenn Hoddle, among other big names.
