Marcus Rashford reacts as Chelsea finalise £117m Morgan Rogers deal

Marcus Rashford has weighed in on Morgan Rogers’ impending move to Chelsea after the Blues agreed a £117m deal for the Manchester City forward.

What happened?

Chelsea have agreed a fee of £117m with Manchester City for 21-year-old Morgan Rogers, according to reports on 19 July 2026. The Blues are set to finalise the transfer within days, adding a dynamic attacker to their squad under new manager Enzo Maresca.

Rashford, who has been linked with a move away from Manchester United amid contract uncertainty, responded to the news by sending a message to Rogers. His comment came as Chelsea moved to secure one of the Premier League’s brightest prospects.

Why it matters for Marcus Rashford

The deal puts Chelsea in direct competition with Manchester United for attacking talent. Rogers’ arrival could push Rashford further down the pecking order at Old Trafford, where his future remains unclear.

Rashford has been a key figure for United since breaking through in 2016. He has scored 130 goals and provided 60 assists in all competitions. But with United chasing a top-four finish and a new manager in Erik ten Hag, every squad spot counts.

Chelsea’s spending spree under new ownership has reshaped their attack. Kai Havertz, Raheem Sterling and now Rogers form a formidable trio. That leaves Rashford facing a fight to keep his place in Ten Hag’s plans.

What comes next?

Rashford’s contract expires next summer. United have yet to open talks, raising questions over his long-term future. A move away from Old Trafford could follow if he’s not offered a new deal.

Rogers, meanwhile, is set to undergo medicals before signing. His arrival at Stamford Bridge marks another high-profile capture for Maresca, who has overseen a clear rebuild at Chelsea.

For Rashford, the timing couldn’t be worse. United’s transfer business has stalled, while rivals strengthen. His next move-whether at United or elsewhere-will define the next chapter of his career.