“‘Liverpool-only clause’ revealed as Reds gain advantage over Chelsea and Arsenal in £80m transfer race.”

Liverpool Lead Race for Morgan Rogers Thanks to Exclusive Clause in Harvey Elliott Deal

Liverpool appear to hold a significant advantage over Premier League rivals Chelsea, Arsenal, and Tottenham in the pursuit of Aston Villa’s rising star, Morgan Rogers.

The 23-year-old attacking midfielder has emerged as one of the brightest young talents in Europe and looks destined for a high-profile move in the near future. Rogers attracted interest from Chelsea and Tottenham toward the end of the summer transfer window, while Arsenal were also monitoring him before deciding to pursue Eberechi Eze instead.

Liverpool, long-time admirers of Rogers, may already be a step ahead. According to the Kop Correspondent, the Reds secured a special clause in the deal that sent Harvey Elliott to Aston Villa this summer. The report claims this clause grants Liverpool the right to meet Villa’s asking price for Rogers and complete a transfer as early as January. Notably, this release clause is said to apply exclusively to Liverpool, with Rogers reportedly very eager to make the move to Anfield.

Though the exact figure hasn’t been disclosed, Rogers has previously been valued at around £80 million.

Given Liverpool’s recent transfer activity—which included marquee signings like Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitike—a move for Rogers would continue their ambitious squad overhaul. If this agreement with Villa is confirmed, it could be a major turning point in the transfer saga.

For Chelsea, Arsenal, and Spurs, this development could significantly hinder their chances of securing the England international’s signature.