Morgan Rodgers tends to stay in the team: stick to Aston Villa for World Cup dream

This season, Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rodgers was in a hot state, scoring 14 goals and 15 assists in various competitions, becoming one of the most dazzling players under head coach Unai Emery.

With its outstanding performance, the 22-year-old all-round midfielder has attracted the attention of many Premier League giants, including Liverpool, which is being run by new coach Arne Slot. The Reds are seeking to introduce creative offensive players to enhance the team's frontcourt depth.

However, despite Liverpool's strong interest in Rodgers, he is likely to reject an offer from Anfield this summer, according to TBR Football. The main reason is that Rodgers hopes to ensure a stable playing time in order to win the opportunity to represent England in the 2026 World Cup. Joining a top club like Liverpool means that he will face fierce competition and the main position is difficult to guarantee, which may affect the prospects of the national team.

well-known reporter Graeme Bailey analyzed this: "Liverpool really appreciates Morgan Rodgers very much, and there is no doubt that this is. But considering the 2026 World Cup, the possibility of his departure this summer is very low. If he joins Liverpool but cannot guarantee the start, the risk of missing the World Cup will be greatly increased."

Rodgers has comprehensive skills, capable of both attacking midfielders and left and right wingers, and has excellent ball-handling and organizational vision. Although he has no intention of leaving Villa Park at the moment, with his current growth rate and performance, it is only a matter of time before he lands on a higher platform in the future.

It is worth mentioning that in the Champions League, Rodgers also showed an extremely high level. He performed well in Villa's critical battle against the Celtics, helping the team win and further strengthening his position as a Premier League nova.

Meanwhile, Liverpool are also adjusting their signing strategy, allegedly getting closer to signing left-back Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth, a deal that is expected to be completed in the near future.

This weekend, Liverpool will usher in the last two Premier League games of the season, against Brighton and Crystal Palace. The team will launch the final impact on European qualifications at the end of the season.