Morgan Rogers has expressed a touching farewell to Aston Villa after completing a landmark £117 million move to Chelsea, setting a new British transfer record.
In an emotional video shared on Instagram, the Birmingham-born midfielder reflected on his journey, saying, “Villans, where do I start? I’m just a Birmingham kid who had the honor of representing the biggest team in the city. That’s a proud moment for me and something I will cherish forever.
“Thank you all for welcoming me from day one, allowing me to be myself and express my passion on the pitch.”
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Rogers played a vital role in Villa’s memorable season, notably scoring in the Europa League final as Unai Emery’s team triumphed over SC Freiburg, ending the club’s long wait for silverware.
“To lift that trophy in Istanbul with the team was an unforgettable experience, one of the proudest moments in my career. I am forever grateful for the opportunities Aston Villa gave me,” he added.
He also praised his teammates: “It was a pleasure to come into a changing room full of joy and laughter every day. That environment pushed us to achieve our potential as a team, and I will deeply miss it.”
Acknowledging the fans, Rogers shared heartfelt gratitude: “You stood by me through highs and lows, and that support means everything. Every time I wore the Villa shirt, I gave it my all, and you matched that passion with your unwavering backing. We shared some truly special moments together.”
He concluded with a hopeful message, “This isn’t goodbye, just a see you soon. I love you all.”