Morgan Rogers’ imminent arrival at Chelsea is several things. A huge coup, a signal of intent from BlueCo and perhaps a warning to some of Chelsea’s current attackers.
Rogers has agreed a six-year contract at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea prepare to splash £117m on the England international. The move will see Rogers become the fourth-most-expensive transfer of all time.
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It is a real signal of intent, and a major coup for BlueCo. Despite failing to qualify for Europe, Chelsea have managed to convince Rogers to pick them over Arsenal, despite the Gunners winning the league title.
It is a reminder to the rest of the league that Chelsea still boast huge pulling power, even in their current situation. His signing will also mean some players will leave, but for Liam Delap, it could be a real win.
Why Liam Delap is the real winner from Morgan Rogers’ arrival
Chelsea pitched the left-wing role to Rogers in talks, and the signing almost certainly condemns the departure of Alejandro Garnacho. Jesse Derry has already left the club to join Sporting Lisbon on loan.
Jamie Gittens may have scored against Crawley on Saturday, but his future is also likely to be in doubt. But for Delap, it may be the boost he needs to kickstart his Chelsea spell after a poor first season.
Like Gittens, Delap scored for Chelsea against Crawley with Xabi Alonso yet to make a decision on the striker. But Rogers and Delap have a strong relationship, proven by Delap’s numbers alongside Rogers.
While Rogers and Delap have never played together at senior level, they have combined 12 times for Man City’s second string and England’s U21 side. In that time, Delap has scored five times and laid on an assist.
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An average of a goal every 171 minutes for Delap while alongside Rogers. Impressive stats that will not have gone unnoticed by those at Chelsea, who will want Delap to come good and increase resale value.
Realistically, how much is Liam Delap worth?🤔
This summer is key for Delap. He’s made the ideal start, scoring in Alonso’s first game as Chelsea boss. With Emmanuel Emegha also scoring, however, Delap will be keen to prove he can be second choice.
Joao Pedro is going to start, but Delap wants to fight for his place amid interest from five other Premier League clubs. The signing of Rogers may just give Delap the service he needs to become a Blues success.
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